Ability
Modal verbs show possibility, intent, ability, or necessity Because they're a type of auxiliary verb (helper verb), they're used together with the main verb of the sentence Common examples include can, should, and must Modal verbs can be tricky, especially when it comes to using them in a sentenceBe able to may might Modal verbs are helping/auxiliary verbs that express ideas like ability, permission, possibility, and necessity Many modal verbs have more than one meaning They are always followed by the simple form of a verb For example, Alan can swim well This shows that Alan has the ability to swim
