MODAL VERB "CAN"

MODAL VERB - CAN

Can is an auxiliary verb, a modal auxiliary verb. 

USE OF CAN

• possibility
• ability
• make requests and orders
• ask for or give permission

Structure of Can

	subject	auxiliary verb	main verb
+	I	can	play	tennis.
-	He	cannot	play	tennis.
		can't
?	Can	you	play	tennis?

EXAMPLES:

Can you help me? 

Sofia can sing

Can I open the door?

Can I help you?