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Modals in English | Can, Could, May, Might, Must | Auxiliary Verbs

Modals in English | Can, Could, May, Might, Must | Auxiliary Verbs Can This modal is used to express ability and capacity I can lift weight up to 70kg You can’t speak Chinese. Can she open this box? This bottle can carry 1 litter of water It is frequently used to ask for permission Can I use your washroom? Can I take your pen? Can I raise the volume? Can I leave now? It also used to make requests or suggestions Can I have more chairs? Can I have the receipt? You can sell this stock. You can consult with the doctor. Could Could is considered past form of Can, it is also used to express ability and capacity but for the past actions. I could jump from twelve feet wall in my childhood You could see him falling This bike could give the best mileage This modal is also used to express permission politely Could I have your shirt? You could borrow my bike. Could I use your chair? Could I get you more rice? Used to express poss...