Learn to use the verb might

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The function of the modal verb might is to express little probability or possibility in the present or in the future and is accompanied by an infinitive verb. Its meaning in Spanish is: maybe, could, maybe. It is a modal verb very similar to may.


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WHY IT IS ESSENTIAL TO LEARN MODAL VERBS

What are modal verbs used for? modal auxiliary verbs are auxiliary verbs that are not modified depending on the personal pronoun they accompany and that are always together with other verbs. They can express ability, possibility, and necessity, among others. The modal verb might is an example of those that express probability.


Thanks to grammar, you will be able to understand modal verbs and all the structures that make up the English language. That is why learning grammar must be a priority to achieve fluency in the language.


HOW TO USE THE MODAL VERB MIGHT

Here are some sentences with might so you can see its use in context.


Modal verb might in the affirmative

mighty to express probability in the future.


' It might rain later .' ('It may rain later').


Modal verb might in negative

might not express probability in the future.


' She might not go out .' ('She may not come out).


Modal verb might in interrogative

mighty to express permission.


' Might I speak to you for a moment?' ('Can I talk to you for a moment?')