What are Modal Verbs?

Modal verbs are special verbs that help us express ability, possibility, permission, or obligation. They are used in both written and spoken English. Some common modal verbs are can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, and would.

Key Concepts and Their Translation in Hindi Language

- Ability (क्षमता) - "I can swim." (मैं तैर सकता हूँ।)

- Possibility (संभावना) - "It might rain." (यह बारिश हो सकती है।)

- Permission (अनुमति) - "May I leave early?" (क्या मैं जल्दी जा सकता हूँ?)

- Obligation (बाध्यता) - "You must finish your homework." (तुम्हें अपना होमवर्क पूरा करना चाहिए।)


Usage Examples and Translations

1. She can speak three languages. (वह तीन भाषाएँ बोल सकती है.)

2. We should go to the doctor. (हमें डॉक्टर के पास जाना चाहिए.)

3. You may take a break. (आप ब्रेक ले सकते हैं.)

4. He must study for the exam. (उसे परीक्षा के लिए पढ़ाई करनी चाहिए.)


Key Mistakes

1. Using "can" for past ability: "I can swim" is correct, but "I can swam" is wrong. The correct form is "I could swim." (मैं तैर सकता था।)

2. Confusing "may" and "might": "It may rain" suggests a stronger possibility than "It might rain." (यह बारिश हो सकती है।)

3. Forgetting to use the base form of the verb after a modal: "She can to dance" is incorrect. It should be "She can dance." (वह नृत्य कर सकती है।)