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MODAL VERBS
Mary can swim very fast
Can you call me tonight?
I can meet you later Can I buy a ticket to the film? You can read the book
Can I open the window?
ABILITY
REQUEST
POSSIBILITY
OFFER/SUGGESTIO
N
PERMISSION
I can´t play the piano
You can`t drive without a licence
That can`t be the price
INABILITY
PROHIBITION
DISBELIEF
I could play the piano when I was 5
Could you tell me the time?
You could eat a salad
Peter could come to the party
PAST ABILITY
POLITE REQUEST
POLITE SUGGESTION
POSSIBILITY
It may / might be dramatic if you cry
May I come in?
May I help you with the dishes?
POSSIBILITY
FORMAL REQUEST
OFFER
Would you open the window, please?
Would you like a cup of tea?
FORMAL REQUEST
OFFER
You must bring your books to class
She`s got a job. She must be happy
OBLIGATION
CERTAINTY
I have to buy the tickets today You need to learn to work in a team
OBLIGATION
You mustn`t exceed the speed limit
You don`t have to / needn`t get up early tomorrow
PROHIBITIONLACK OF
OBLIGATION
You should / ought to improve your English
ADVICE
Shall I open the window?
OFFER