Modal verbs in English Grammar

Here is the list of modal verbs in English Grammar

1. can/ to be able to - used to express the ability to do something
2. could  - used to request something, also used to express possibility.
3. may/might - used to predict something.
4. would - used to offer something, also used to tell something in past, likelihood
5. should, ought to - used when something is necessary to do.
6. must/have to/got to/need to - used when there is compulsion to do something.
7. Need not  -  used when there is compulsion to avoid something.

Examples on Modal Verbs.

1. I can drive a car. (Ability)
2. He is able to fix the issue (Ability)
3. Could you please help me? (Request)
4. It could rain today. (Likelihood)
5. I may attend a party (Likelihood/ uncertainty)
6. You should study very hard (It is necessary that you study hard)
7. We must go on a trip. (compulsion)
8. You need not come to my house (You do not come. It is unnecessary)

To describe habits or past routine things, we can use below constructs.

1. I used to play cricket
2. I would play football

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