Modal Verbs: Express Ability, Possibility, and Necessity

Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs that express meanings like ability (e.g., “can”), possibility (e.g., “might”), and necessity (e.g., “must”). They show the speaker’s attitude toward the action or state described by the main verb. Modal verbs don’t change form based on tense or subject (e.g., “He can,” “I must”). Common modal verbs include “can,” “may,” “shall,” “will,” and “would.”

Mastering modal verbs helps you express certainty, obligation, and ability in both writing and speaking.

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