Modal Verbs: Deduction

Modal Verbs: Deduction

• When you are sure something is true -> Must
• Examples:
• "They must be out. There aren't any lights on."
• "She must have a lot of money. She drives a Porsche."
• When you think something is possibly true -> May, Might
• Examples:
• "His phone's switched off. He might be on the plane now."
• "She might not like that skirt. It's not her style."
• "She's not at home. She may be working."
• "He hasn't written. He may not have my address."
• When you are sure something is impossible/ not true -> Can't
• In this context -> Can't is the opposite of Must
• Examples:
• "He can't be ill. I saw him at the gym."