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Facebook can be updated. What's " can " in this sentence. Ability or possibility? Or both?
2025年3月24日 11:53
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招待者
In the sentence “Facebook can be updated,” the word “can” expresses possibility rather than ability. It implies that updating Facebook is an option or something that can happen. “Can” is a modal verb that expresses: Ability – the capacity or skill to do something. She can swim fast. (She has the ability to swim fast. Possibility – something that is possible or allowed. This road can be dangerous at night. (It is possible that the road is dangerous.) Permission (informal) – being allowed to do something. You can go now. (You are allowed to go.) Request or Offer (informal) – asking or suggesting something politely. Can you help me? (Request for help.)
2025年3月25日 05:41
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