Everyday Grammar - VOA Learning English Modal Verbs and Talking on the Phone - February 22, 2022
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Modal Verbs in Phone Calls
- Modal verbs like will, can, and could are helpful for phone conversations.
- They express willingness, ability, and politeness respectively.
I'll Answer
- Saying "I'll answer the phone" implies willingness and ability.
- It suggests you both can answer and want to answer.
I Can Answer
- Saying "I can answer the phone" expresses ability, not necessarily willingness.
- You are able to answer, regardless of desire.