#may, #might
Definitions: (modal verb)
1. used for asking or giving permission / [(yeh kehna k kiya aap kuch) kr sakte hain]
2. used to say, when you are not certain, that something will probably happen or is true / [ho sakta hy]
3. used when admitting the truth of a situation, but contrasting it with something else that seems more important / [ho sakta hy lekin / hoga lekin]
4. (formal) used to express wishes and hopes / [kaash]
Example Sentences:
1. A: May I come in? B: Wait outside, I will call you. (1)
2. Don't wait for me, I may be late today. (2)
3. He may be a good batsman but he plays irresponsible shots. (3)
4. You may stay here if you want to. (1)
5. It may rain today. (2)
Related Entries:
might: (modal verb)
maybe: (adverb)
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