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•English Modal Verbs – Practical Guide with Examples and Chunks This guide explains the main English modal verbs with clear rules, examples, and useful chunks (common phrases used by native speakers). Modal verbs express ability, possibility, permission, advice, obligation, and probability. •CAN / COULD Main Uses: • Ability: Can = present ability; Could = past ability • Possibility • Permission (informal) Examples: • I can speak English. • She can drive. • When I was younger, I could run very fast. • It could rain later. • Can I open the window? Useful Chunks: • I can't believe it. • Can you help me? • I could be wrong. • I couldn't agree more. •MAY / MIGHT Main Uses: • Possibility or probability • Permission (formal) Examples: • It may rain later. • He might come tonight. • May I ask a question? Useful Chunks: • It might be true. • That may be possible. • We might need more time. •MUST Main Uses: • Strong obligation • Rules • Logical deduction Examples: • You must wear a seatbelt. • Students must arrive on time. • You must be tired after work. Useful Chunks: • You must be joking. • I must say... • I must admit... •SHOULD Main Uses: • Advice • Recommendation • Expect...