English Grammar

The Verb "Can"

How is the verb tense "can" used?

The verb tense "can" is used as both an auxiliary verb and a modal verb? Can is almost always used with a main verb.

The verb “can” is used to:

• to request something
• Can I have a book?
• Can I have some money?
• Can you come with me to the store?

• to request permission
• Can we go the trip?
• You can come over today.
• We can go into the house.

• to state ability
• Do you think the girls can do this work?
• Can you lift up the boxes?
• Can you win the race?

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