What does COULD mean?
could
- Parts of Speech: Modal verb
- Definition: "Could" is a modal verb used to express possibility, ability, or permission in the past or present. It is the past tense of "can" and is often used in conditional sentences.
- Pronunciations: US: /kʊd/; UK: /kʊd/
- Origin and Usage: "Could" originated from the Old English word "cunnan," which means "to know, have power to, be able." It has been used in English since the 15th century. "Could" is commonly used in polite requests, suggestions, and hypothetical situations.
- Synonyms: "May," "might," "would," "should," "can."
- Related Words: "Would," "should," "might," "shall," "can."
- Example Sentences:
- "I could have gone to the party, but I didn feel like it."
- "Could you please pass me the salt?"
- "If I had more time, I could finish the project."
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