Can and May for Permission: Modal Auxiliary Verbs

Modal Auxiliary Verbs – 3: Can / May for Permission

Both CAN and MAY are used to express ‘permission’ (अनुमति).

Handy Tips (लाभदायक सलाह)

1. Use MAY in formal (औपचारिक) situations, while visiting an office, class-room etc.
2. Use CAN in informal (अनौपचारिक) situations, while talking to friends, relatives etc.

Practice Work

Fill in the blanks with can or may:

1. ______ I come in, Sir?
2. ______ I go out and play, mother?
- Yes, you ______, but after completing your home work.
3. ______ I drink water from my water bottle, Sir?

Answers to Quiz 209

1. Could
2. Can

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