Will and would are similar and can be used in various ways. Let’s take a look at each one in detail:
modal verb – will
I hope you will have no trouble understanding the uses of ‘will’ as a modal.
Here are the ways in which we use ‘will’ as a modal.
- certainty (something will happen)
- offer (propose help)
- promise (something will certainly happen)
- request (ask for something)
- statement (a clear expression)
Take a look at the pictures below, you’ll find the function of ‘will’ as a modal and examples in everyday use.
modal verb – would
I would like you to have a look at these slides and learn the ways in which we use ‘would’ as a modal.
Here are the ways in which we use ‘would’ as a modal.
- request (ask for something)
- statement (a clear expression)
- conditional (if and unless clauses)
- question (for asking questions)
- past habitual actions
Take a look at the pictures below, you’ll find the function of ‘would’ as a modal and examples in everyday use.
modal verb quiz – will, would
Now I would like you to test yourself with this quiz. You will need to know about modals to become an English speaking pro.
answers : 1. will 2. would 3. wouldn’t 4. will/would 5. would 6. wouldn’t 7. would 8. will/won’t