Monday, 28 February 2011

"CAN" AND "MAY"


"CAN" AND "MAY"

"May" asks permission:
May I see your driver's license?   =   I am asking permission to see your driver's license.
May I see some personal identification?   =   I am asking permission to see your personal identification.

"Can" asks if someone is able:
Can you tell me where the store is?   =   I am asking if you are able to tell me where the store is.
Can you tell me where to find groceries?   =   I am asking if you are able to tell me where to find groceries.

Example:
Do you have a phone? May I call you? Can I reach you by phone?

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