Study the information about ‘may’ and ‘might’.
May and Might
1. To express (future) possibility.
There is a chance that something is true or that there is a possibility of something happening.
Might is used more frequently than May in spoken English.
It might rain later.
He's very good, in fact, I think he may win the competition.
2. To give permission.
You may take only one brochure.
You may not park your car in front of the gate.
3. To ask for permission.
Can is used more frequently than May in spoken English though May sounds more polite.
May I borrow your pen?
May I use your bathroom please?
Might could also be used to request permission but it sounds very old and is not common.
4. May is used when we talk about typical occurrences.
May is used in academic (or scientific) language to refer to things that typically happen in certain situations.
Adults may find it difficult to sleep if they use technology before going to bed.
5. Speculate about past actions (May + have + past participle).
He is late. I think he may have missed his plane.
6. To express wishes.
May the New Year bring you love and happiness.
May all your wishes come true.
6. Modal verbs. General moments
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Study the information about modal verbs. Some general moments.
Modal verbs are a part of the larger category called auxiliary verbs which are verbs that cannot be used on their own. They need to be accompanied by another (main) verb.
Can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, would - modal verbs
Modal verbs are used to express ability, obligation, permission, assumptions, probability and possibility, requests and offers, and advice. Each modal verb can have more than one meaning which depends on the context of that sentence (or question).
You can go now. (= permission)
I can play the guitar. (= ability)
Structure with Modal Verbs.
A modal verb is followed by another verb in the base form without any changes and endings.
Subject + Modal Verb + Verb (base form of the infinitive)
I can run fast.
She can swim very well.
Modal Verbs in Negative Sentences.
Subject + Modal Verb + not + Verb (base form of the infinitive)
You must not walk on the grass.
He cannot speak Spanish.
We should not read this document.
The negative of can is cannot ('not' is joined to 'can') and the contraction is can't.
Modal Verbs in Questions.
Modal Verb + Subject + Verb (base form of the infinitive)
May I help you?
Can I have another piece of cake please?
7. Uses of modal verbs. General moments
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