would - English word #37

Translation

Used to talk about something that is not certain, or to ask or offer politely.

Grammar

Verb typemodal

water.

"Would like" is a polite way to say what you want.

help ?

"Would" makes the question sound gentle and polite.

had .

"Would" shows it only happens when something else is true.

will

Used before another verb to talk about something that is going to happen in the future.

could

The past form of "can", or a polite way to ask or to talk about what is possible.

can

To be able to do something, or to be allowed to do it.

if

Used to say that one thing depends on another thing being true.

like

To enjoy someone or something, or to find them nice.

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