Vikki Posted October 24, 2019 Report Share Posted October 24, 2019 Hello! Please, tell me. What are the modal expressions in English? I think, that it isn't the same as simple modal verbs. But I can't find any information about this question. Hope to find an answer here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Language lover Posted January 3, 2020 Report Share Posted January 3, 2020 Hello Vikki, The term "modal expressions" does not only refer to modal verbs, but also to adjectives and adverbs which express certainty or obligation (for example: the adjectives possible, probable or certain, or the adverbs possibly, probably or certainly). The informal expressions for sure or for certain are also modal expressions, and verbs such as to be sure to or to be certain to have a modal meaning. I hope I have given you a helpful answer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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