Modals and Semi-modals

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What are modals?

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Modals are auxiliary verbs that express necessity, possibility, permission, or ability. Examples include can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, and would.

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What is a semi-modal?

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Semi-modals are verbs that function similarly to modals but are used with a main verb. Examples include 'have to', 'ought to', and 'be able to'.

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What does 'must' indicate?

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'Must' indicates a strong obligation or necessity. For example, 'You must wear a seatbelt.'

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What does 'should' suggest?

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'Should' suggests a recommendation or advice. For example, 'You should study for the test.'

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What does 'can' express?

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'Can' expresses ability or possibility. For example, 'I can swim.'

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What does 'could' imply?

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'Could' implies a past ability or a polite request. For example, 'I could swim when I was younger.'

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What does 'may' indicate?

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'May' indicates permission or a possibility. For example, 'You may leave the room.'

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What does 'might' suggest?

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'Might' suggests a weaker possibility than 'may'. For example, 'It might rain tomorrow.'

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What does 'have to' express?

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'Have to' expresses an obligation or necessity. For example, 'I have to finish my homework.'

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What does 'ought to' imply?

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'Ought to' implies a moral obligation or recommendation. For example, 'You ought to help your friends.'