Question

What is a modal auxiliary

Answer 1

Answer:

grammar. : a verb (such as can, could, shall, should, ought to, will, or would) that is usually used with another verb to express ideas such as possibility, necessity, and permission.

Answer 2

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• Verb that is used with another verb to express a mood or tense.
• Modal Auxiliary includes can, may, must, ought, shall, should, will and would.
• Example :- word "must" in the sentence "she must attend the party."

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• The modal verb must is most often used to express necessity. i.e., that something has to happen or be the case.
• Examples of modal auxiliary verbs in a sentence:

1. I can run a mile in 8 minutes.
2. You must clean your plate before you have dessert.
3. I might go to the park after school today.