Say it Right in English

Learn the basics of modal verbs in English with this clear and beginner-friendly ESL lesson.

This video provides a complete overview of common modals such as can, may, might, must, should, will, and would, helping you understand how they change meaning and tone in sentences.

Discover how modals express ability, possibility, permission, obligation, and future intention, with easy examples like “I can do it,” “He might finish later,” and “She must study.” You’ll also learn the essential grammar rule: modals are always followed by the base form of a verb.

This lesson highlights common mistakes such as “I can to run” and shows the correct forms, along with how to properly use modals in questions like “How can I help you?”

Additionally, you’ll explore multi-word modals like have to, had better, and be going to. 👉

Topics covered:

Basic modal verbs in English Modal + base verb rule

Common grammar mistakes and corrections

Modals in questions

Multi-word modal expressions

Perfect for beginner and intermediate ESL learners who want to improve their grammar, speaking fluency, and sentence accuracy.