B2 First C1 Advanced Cambridge exams Grammar
Must vs Have to
Learn the difference between must and have to in English. This lesson explains obligation, prohibition, lack of necessity, past and future forms, with examples and exercises.
B2 First C1 Advanced Grammar Modal verbs
The Modal Verb Dare
The Modal Verb Dare – Meaning, Grammar, and Natural Use The verb dare is small, but surprisingly powerful. It can behave like a modal verb and like a regular verb, which explains why many learners avoid it altogether. That’s a pity, because dare is common in spoken English, expressive in Read more
Cambridge exams Grammar
Could and Could Have Done
Learn how to use could and could have done in English for past ability, polite requests, suggestions, possibilities and missed opportunities.
B2 First Grammar Modal verbs tenses
Will and Would
The Many Uses of Will and Would (with Clear Examples for B2 & C1 Learners) Hello English learners! Have you ever stopped to think about how often we use will and would in everyday English? These two small modal verbs appear everywhere — in conversations, emails, news reports, stories, and Read more
Cambridge exams Grammar
Modal Verbs of Permission
Modal Verbs of Permission (Can, May, Could) Modal verbs of permission are used to show whether an action is allowed, requested, or forbidden. In English, the most common modals for permission are can, may, and could — but they are not interchangeable in every situation. Understanding the differences is essential for everyday Read more
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Using WOULD to Be Polite
Using Would to Be Polite in English: Requests, Offers and Examples Using would to be polite in English can make your requests, offers, invitations and opinions sound softer and more respectful. Compare these two sentences: Send me the report. Would you be able to send me the report? The first Read more
B2 First Grammar
Modal Verbs of Obligation
In today’s lesson, we will talk about modal verbs of obligation. We use must, have to and should to talk about rules, duties, necessity and advice. Compare: You must stop at a red light. I have to get up early tomorrow. You should get more sleep. Although these forms are Read more