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Modal verbs

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বিষয়ঃ English Grammer and Composition

অধ্যায়ঃ Chapter 5

Modal verbs (or modals) are auxiliary verbs that pair with a main verb to express possibility, ability, permission, obligation, or advice. Common examples include can, could, may, might, must, should, would, and will. They add nuance and tone to your sentences without changing their basic meaning. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Key Characteristics
Modal verbs behave differently than standard action verbs: [1]
  • No conjugation: They do not change form depending on the subject (e.g., no "he cans" or "she musts").
  • Base verbs follow: They are always followed by the base form of the main verb, without using the word "to" (e.g., I can swim—not I can to swim).
No infinitive/participle: They don't have "to" forms (like to can), gerunds (canning), or past participles (canned). [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Common Modal Verbs & Their Uses
Modals are categorized by what they communicate in a sentence: [1]
  • Ability: Can (present ability), Could (past ability)
    • Example: I can speak fluent Spanish, but I could only say a few words when I was younger. [1]
  • Permission: Can, Could, May (Formal)
    • Example: May I leave the room early? [1]
  • Possibility / Probability: May, Might, Could
    • Example: It might rain later, so you should take an umbrella. [1]
  • Obligation / Necessity: Must, Have to (semi-modal)
    • Example: You must wear a seatbelt when driving. [1, 2]
  • Advice / Recommendation: Should, Ought to
    • Example: You should get some sleep before the exam. [1, 2]
  • Requests / Offers: Can, Could, Would
    • Example: Could you please pass the salt? / Would you like some coffee? [1]


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