Might, May and Could

What are we learning today?

You will learn to say that something is possible, but you are not sure.

Explanation

• Use "might", "may" or "could" for something that is possible.
• After them, use the base verb without "to".
• For the negative, use "might not" or "may not".
• "Will" is stronger. It means you are sure.
• "Might", "may" and "could" are weaker. They mean "maybe".

Examples

1. It could be a snake.
2. It may rain tomorrow.
3. We might not go.

Remember!

• Say "might go", not "might to go".
• Do not add -s: say "he might", not "he mights".

Check yourself

1. Complete the sentence with "might": The animal ___ be a tiger.
2. Is "might" stronger or weaker than "will"?
3. Make it negative: It might rain.