Cosa sono i Verbi Modali?
I Verbi Modali sono verbi particolari che compiono funzioni specifiche e particolari, e sono assolutamente fondamentali per parlare e capire l’inglese correttamente.
FUNZIONE | FORMA AFFERMATIVA | FORMA NEGATIVA | FORMA INTERROGATIVA |
| abilità presente, possibilità present, permesso | I can play chess quite well. | We can’t come to your party, unfortunately we are busy that day. | Can you help me with my pronunciation? |
| abilità passate, possibilità passate, permesso | When I was 20, I could run 2 hours. | We couldn’t repair the car, it’s too expensive. | Could you pick me up at 9? |
| possibilità future 50%, permesso educato | She may come to the meeting, she’s not sure. | We may not buy it, we found a cheaper alternative. | May I ask you a question, sir? |
| possibilità future 50%, | I might be late, please go ahead. | They mightn’t accept the offer, the price is very high. | Might he be interested, in your opinion? |
| obbligo, proibizione (forma negativa) | I must go now, or I’ll miss the bus. | You mustn’t go out with those people, they are dangerous! | Must I come, too? |
| suggerimenti, consigli | You should smoke less. | You shouldn’t disrespect your mother. | Should I look after your plants while you’re away? |
| suggerimenti, consigli | You ought to smoke less. | You ought not to be here. | Ought I to tell my parents? |
| condizionale presente | I would buy it, but I don’t have enough money. | I wouldn’t be so sure. | Would you accept the proposal with the modifications you suggested? |
| simple future | I will be here tomorrow. | She won’t go there, it’s too far. | Will you call me when you get there? |
| forma interrogativa di let’s, fare domande in prima persona | / | / | Shall I start? |
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