This document provides examples of using the modal verb "can" and "could" in the affirmative and negative form for the first, second, and third person pronouns. It also gives examples of using "can" and "could" to express ability in the present and past tense as well as making informal and formal requests. Key uses of "can" and "could" are summarized along with examples sentences.
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Can (ability)
1. CAN
(affirmative) (negative)
I can - I cant
You can - You cant
He can - He cant
She can - She cant
It can - It cant
We can - We cant
You can - You cant
They can - They cant
2. - Can you play tennis ?
- Yes, I can.
- Can you speak German ?
- No, I cant.
- Can you speak Italian ?
- Yes, I can speak Italian very well.
- Can you speak English ?
- I can speak a little English. / I can speak English a little.
3. CAN / COULD (Modal verbs)
I can swim.
I could swim when I was five. (ABILITY)
Can I have a coffee, please ? (INFORMAL
REQUEST)
Could you tell me the time, please ? (FORMAL REQUEST)