Examples: I can ride a horse. Examples of modal verbs include can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will and would. Adverbs that modify these verbs say something about possibility, obligation, and emphasis. Remember that modal adverbs cannot be negated, and they are not used in questions. Modal verbs or modal auxiliary verbs are a type of verbs that indicates modality, i.
He could play football really well when he was younger. May I go to the seaside with my friends? He may be able to help you. Might I suggest we take the cab? You must study hard in order to get into a good college. You shall not pass! I shall be a great footballer one day! Shall we go out tonight? I will learn to play the guitar! It will rain. Will we take the cab back home? They can speak English. She can meet us at We can do the shopping then have lunch.
When I was younger I could play the piano. My brother and I could ski as teenagers. Making Predictions We can use a range of modal verbs to describe the future, depending on how probable we think the event or situation is. For example: It will be hot tomorrow. It may be hot tomorrow. Harry should be home by now. They may come round later if they have time. They must prepare the order by 5pm.
I must start doing some exercise. For example: He should study a bit more. You should stop drinking so much coffee. What time should we leave? For example: Guests shall report any damage to the hotel facilities before leaving.
Employees shall not take home office equipment. The suspect shall remain in custody until the trial. For example: We can have a game of tennis later.
We could meet at 3pm. Shall we have a drink afterwards? We should invite Rick and Olga too. You must be hungry.
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