Modal Verbs
Learn how modal verbs allow us to express ability, possibility, permission, obligation, advice, certainty and attitude.
Small words. Big meanings.
Modal verbs change the meaning behind what we say.
Modal verbs are among the most frequently used words in English. They help us express confidence, uncertainty, possibility, necessity, permission and many other subtle shades of meaning.
Learning when to choose one modal instead of another will help your English sound more accurate, more natural and more confident.
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Explore Modal Verbs
These topics are presented in the order in which they are commonly introduced in many English courses.
This is not a recommendation for the order in which you should study them.
The philosophy and approach of Teacher-In-A-Box is always:
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Explore whichever area is most useful to you. Return to familiar topics whenever you wish and build your confidence one concept at a time.
Meaning before grammar
Focus on what the speaker wants to express.
Instead of memorising lists of modal verbs, begin by understanding the meaning you wish to communicate. Once the purpose is clear, choosing the correct modal becomes much more natural.
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