Tag: infinitive
The Infinitive-Non-Finite form of the Verb
The infinitive is a verb form that typically uses the word to before the base form of the verb. For example: to run, to walk, to eat, etc. The infinitive form is often used as a noun, an adjective, or an adverb in a sentence.
Modal Verbs: might
Might with the indefinite infinitive is used to express possibility or uncertainty in the present or future.In the perfect infinitive form, might have is used to express possibility or uncertainty in the past
Modal Verbs: may
May is used with the indefinite infinitive to express permission, possibility or probability in the present. It can also be used to make polite requests.
Modal Verbs: could
Could can be used with the indefinite infinitive to express past actions. When using could in this way, it usually indicates ability or possibility in the past.
Modal Verbs: can
Can is a modal verb that can be used to indicate ability, permission, or possibility. Here's how it can be used in different tenses and forms: present, future, indefinite passive, indefinite infinitive