modal
n
(also modal verb, modal au`xiliary, modal au`xiliary verb) (grammar) verb that is used with another verb (not a modal) to express possibility, permission, obligation, etc 情态动词
`Can', `may', `might', `must' and `should' are all modals. can may might must should都是情态动词. modal, adj [usu attrib 通常作定语]
1 (grammar) of a modal 情态动词的.
2 relating to mode or manner, in contrast to substance 形式的, 形态的, 方式的(与实质相对).
🗣️ 情景例句
A little special country music.
一点特殊的乡村音乐。
How much is it by registered mail?
挂号信要多少钱?
After all, you have nothing to lose if you are honest and a good worker.