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Unlock The Power of

Modals
Modals are powerful words that can affect the entire meaning of
a sentence. Come explore the intricacies of modals with us!

by Javin Caburatan
What are Modals?

1 Definition

Modals are auxiliary verbs that


are used to express a wide range
Basic Overview 2 of meanings such as ability,
Modals typically precede the main permission, obligation, possibility,
verb and do not have an -s in the and intention.
third person singular form. They
are followed by an infinitive 3 Modal vs Auxiliary Verbs
without 'to' and are frequently
contracted in speech. Unlike auxiliary verbs which are
always followed by a main verb,
modals can stand alone and act
as the main verb of a sentence.
Modal Verb Conjugation

Conjugation Exceptions

Modals are always followed by the base There are some common exceptions to
form of a verb and are invariable to tense modal verb conjugation which add an -s to
and number. For example: the third person singular form, such as
'can' becoming 'canS' for he, she and it.
I can dance.
Additionally, the past and future forms of
She must leave now.
modals are often expressed using the
They will be here soon.
corresponding forms of the verb "to do",
followed by "be able to" and "be going to",
respectively.
The Nine Modal Verbs and Their Uses
Can Could May

Ability, permission, Past ability, requests, Permission, polite


requests, suggestions, polite permission, and requests, and
and possibility. possibility. possibility.

Might Must Shall

Small probability, Obligation, necessity, Offers, suggestions,


possibility, and strong recommendation promises, future
permission in indirect or prohibition, polite events.
speech. deduction.

Should Will Would

Advice, Offers, promises and Past habits, conditional


recommendation, and predictions. statements, polite
expectation. requests and
invitations, and
hypothetical situations.
Common Examples of Modal Verb
Usage

1 Can

"I can cook a delicious meal for you."

May 2
"May I ask you a question?"

3 Must

"You must wear your seatbelt


Will 4 when driving."

"I will take care of everything for


you." 5 Would

"If I had more time, I would learn


a new language."
Practical Exercises for Using
Modal Verbs
1 Fill in the blank 2 Multiple Choice

"____ you please pass me the "He must / might / could /


salt?" should be running late."

3 Match the sentence 4 Write a Story

"I can see clearly now." Write a short story using as


many modal verbs as possible!
"I could do it if I tried."
"I may leave early today."

with the correct meaning: 1)


ability, 2) possibility, 3)
permission
Wrap-up
Congratulations, you've now learned everything you need to
know about modals! Why not try out your new skills with a
conversation partner?

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