Modal verbs are words that change the meaning of other verbs. We use them to express if something is certain, likely, possible or impossible. Words like ‘could’, ‘would’, ‘may’, ‘can’, ‘must’, and ...

Actually, I would like is a polite way to say I want. I like has a different meaning. Note: • I would like a hamburger because I like hamburgers. I would like is used to talk about what you want ...

Picture a small child saying: "Can’t, shan’t, won’t!" They are using modal verbs to show their feelings and attitude to something. Maybe they are refusing to go to bed or eat their peas. Modal verbs ...

In requests, both are correct and have the same meaning. Could is used for more formal or polite situations.

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