intermediate

Modals: Obligation & Advice

Learn how to give advice using should and express strong obligation using must.

We use the modal verb should to offer friendly advice or opinions. Like all modal verbs, it is followed by the base form of the main verb.

I should clean the room.

To express absolute obligation, strong rules, or necessity, we use must:

She must buy a book.

Practice

Follow along with these examples to strengthen your understanding.

What should I do?

I should clean the room.

What should she do?

She should clean the desk.

What must I buy?

I must buy a book.

What must she buy?

She must buy a cup.

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