May Can Could - Making Polite Requests In English

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  • @glenlau5848
    @glenlau5848 4 роки тому +7

    Your lesson has always been thorough, useful, and practical. Thanks for your effort 👍👍👍

  • @stunninglad1
    @stunninglad1 4 роки тому +3

    We also have this modal verb, which is very similar to 'should' and varies slightly to 'may' and 'can.' This modal verb is 'shall.' 'Shall I take you to the cinema now?' and 'Shall we go?' Shall we go to the park? Shall I make the tea? This verb is commonly used like this: "Shall we?' and "Shall I?' or when answering a question: 'We shall' and 'I shall.' To negate the verb, one would say this: 'I shall not,' We shall not,' '''She shall not,' 'It shall not stand,' 'Tom shall not go,' 'This rule shall not be breached' (pronoun/noun/proper noun + verb + negative adverb).

  • @meedbooy2270
    @meedbooy2270 4 роки тому +1

    The simplest explanation ever, and yet the most sophisticated. Thanks for Ur efforts, ma'am, obviously u put lots of good work on Ur records. And by the way, i guess, u can be a good actress.

  • @stellaromero5838
    @stellaromero5838 4 роки тому +1

    I love your accent, in my country the American English it's the accent that is taught when learning English is required. I love the way you speak and explain the language :)

  • @mayankathwalanubha.5038
    @mayankathwalanubha.5038 4 роки тому +1

    Hi! Anna. Thanks for such videos. These videos are very helpful.
    A 16 years old Punjabi Sikh👳 fan of yours from Chandigarh (Northern India ) - Mayank Athwal.

  • @daleb9591
    @daleb9591 4 роки тому

    Guys who are learning English, never give up because you're about to be so proud of yourself in the future yet. I've been learning English myself for nearly 2 years, and I've managed to improve every important aspects, from listening to speaking only because of these kinds of lessons on UA-cam. Now, thankfully, I'm quite confident to run my own English channel here, which is a little bit hard though but I like it
    BTW I really learnt the important points from you, very helpful lesson, thanks a lot ❤️

  • @berk835
    @berk835 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks. Really good lesson

  • @hyperion256
    @hyperion256 4 роки тому +1

    There is my favorite teacher!!! 🌷🌷Hi Anna, thanks for this amazing lesson.🙋‍♂️🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

  • @Oleg_RZA
    @Oleg_RZA 4 роки тому +11

    Could I say "Thank you" for your great lesson Anna?

  • @josephbrown3728
    @josephbrown3728 4 роки тому +1

    it was so usefull and undstandable lesson, thank you so much!

  • @Lived-in-England
    @Lived-in-England 4 роки тому +1

    I like your conference in giving the lesson!

  • @mohammadkhalid3997
    @mohammadkhalid3997 Рік тому

    You are great .beautiful conversation style

  • @majeddraws5104
    @majeddraws5104 4 роки тому +9

    you made me laugh with your imitation of her majesty the queen! LOL :)

  • @lauradomenici578
    @lauradomenici578 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Anna, please allow me to thank you for the lesson. I really appreciate British politeness, as it makes everyone a bit more gracious and kind. So, please find my homework below:
    - May I have your contact details?
    Yes, you may. My address is...
    - Can we borrow your hoover?
    Of course you can, here you go.
    - Could you wait a moment please?
    Yes, of course, take your time.
    - Excuse me, could I have another one please?
    Of course Ma'am.
    - Can you pass me the salt, please?
    Sure, here you go.
    Have a nice one!

  • @raoufallani5142
    @raoufallani5142 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you teacher excellent lesson

  • @moslemazizi7110
    @moslemazizi7110 4 роки тому

    You are the best my dear teacher

  • @leandrocosta5548
    @leandrocosta5548 4 роки тому +1

    HI Anna. I 'm from Brazil. I need to improve my english a little more, but I almost getting the fluency. YOUR videos have helped much. See ya.

  • @ademengin7631
    @ademengin7631 4 роки тому

    Three magic expressions to use in the streets, restaurants, shops, amoung friends, school, bussiness etc... Thanks a lot!

  • @zakibarre2578
    @zakibarre2578 4 роки тому

    this teacher is mostly very curiously and amazing i indeed like her

  • @josephl5347
    @josephl5347 4 роки тому +1

    Your accent is so smooth ♡

  • @abdirashidmohamed9815
    @abdirashidmohamed9815 4 роки тому +1

    Great lesson thanks

  • @juliano-nicocelli
    @juliano-nicocelli 10 місяців тому

    Amazing video! Thanks, Anna!

  • @mhmodking1927
    @mhmodking1927 4 роки тому

    Thank you Anna and good morning

  • @aparecidoferreiravais321
    @aparecidoferreiravais321 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Anna glad to see you again
    I was waiting for your videos they're very important to me thanks a lot
    Are you ok please stay home my beautiful teacher 😉🇧🇷

  • @kyrossama3321
    @kyrossama3321 4 роки тому

    thank you for all .
    I'm in last years in high school, in morocco
    I'm going to take the test in july .💖💖💖👍

  • @mohamedtraiknewer5692
    @mohamedtraiknewer5692 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks a million for your efforts.

    • @EnglishLikeANative
      @EnglishLikeANative  4 роки тому

      My pleasure

    • @masrcobenincasa6573
      @masrcobenincasa6573 4 роки тому

      Anna your accent is contagiously pleasant and it inspires and incentivates people to learn english as it is really spoken.
      I have been many times in London
      In Lewisham and you seem to
      kind ly and in a vivid manner to faithfully reproduce the accent of this area of London while talking.

  • @Caryscookes
    @Caryscookes 4 роки тому +5

    Amazing, so excited to watch this 💞

  • @feyredarlingb
    @feyredarlingb 4 роки тому

    Hey Anna, I have two questions.
    1. Is it "to not" or "not to"? For example, "He was trying his best *to not* yell at her" or "He was trying his best *not to* yell at her"
    2. Is it "in regard to" or "with regard to" ?

  • @johnavanzi6105
    @johnavanzi6105 4 роки тому

    I like so much yours videos Anna...thank you...:-) bye Take care

  • @abdelhakmeskour1257
    @abdelhakmeskour1257 4 роки тому

    May I thank you for this fruitful video?

  • @husseinamer4028
    @husseinamer4028 4 роки тому

    1.Of course, here you go.
    2. No, you can't.
    3.Sure, here you go.
    4.I'm afraid I can't.
    Thank's a lot ma'am that was very beneficial.

  • @majedaljaber134
    @majedaljaber134 4 роки тому

    Thanks a lot!

  • @jimmypaschall7369
    @jimmypaschall7369 4 роки тому

    Modal verbs now reminding me of the modes of music...developed by the Greek philosophers. Ionian (Major) Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Aeolian (Minor), and finally, Locrian. All having a unique tonality. 1. For you, most certainly. 2. My Hoover is on the blink, so I’m afraid not. 3. Yes, I can wait. 4. Sure, take two, they’re small. 5. Yes, would you like the pepper as well?

  • @Asmhorif
    @Asmhorif 4 роки тому

    Thank you Anna for your effective Classes ❤️

  • @Lita1
    @Lita1 4 роки тому

    Interesting mannerism video Anna I liked this video because it was very helpful yes!!!! :)

  • @ziomotosan1529
    @ziomotosan1529 4 роки тому

    Thanks ! 👍

  • @khalidhosamkhalis1519
    @khalidhosamkhalis1519 4 роки тому

    very good teacher

  • @saudwolf9226
    @saudwolf9226 4 роки тому

    Thank you

  • @ceciliacontreras7435
    @ceciliacontreras7435 4 роки тому

    Beautiful video

  • @bnhasen
    @bnhasen 4 роки тому

    Thank you very much

  • @antonioacevedo2923
    @antonioacevedo2923 4 роки тому

    Anna! The crop of the cream English teacher.

    • @EnglishLikeANative
      @EnglishLikeANative  4 роки тому +1

      The cream of the crop. :)

    • @antonioacevedo2923
      @antonioacevedo2923 4 роки тому

      @@EnglishLikeANative ups ! I made a mistake. Thanks heavens Anna is the best teacher and is here to revise our progress.

  • @pamelchowdhury
    @pamelchowdhury 4 роки тому

    Thanks

  • @edmundosantos-garza1465
    @edmundosantos-garza1465 4 роки тому +1

    What about ¨Might¨?

  • @santiagocampanupton9344
    @santiagocampanupton9344 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your video Anna! I've got a question. Is the word "Pardon" for formal or semi-formal requests? Considering we will use it as a replacement of "Excuse me"

    • @EnglishLikeANative
      @EnglishLikeANative  4 роки тому +2

      Yes, exactly right. Pardon can be used in formal and semi formal situations.

    • @santiagocampanupton9344
      @santiagocampanupton9344 4 роки тому

      @@EnglishLikeANative Many thanks for taking the time to answer me Anna!

  • @guilhermekaiser5101
    @guilhermekaiser5101 3 роки тому

    A beautiful accent!

  • @abdenacerharouni9234
    @abdenacerharouni9234 4 роки тому

    thank you teacher Anna for this important lesson.

  • @اشرفنصر-ق5ك
    @اشرفنصر-ق5ك 4 роки тому

    Don't be late for us.
    Thank you for your videos.
    Could you speak about Ramadan please?

  • @jitukhakhlari
    @jitukhakhlari 4 роки тому

    Hii.... could you please explain me What's the differences of faith and belief 🙏🙏🙏

  • @mapofg6095
    @mapofg6095 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Anna, could you please tell me if there s some difference between "here you go" or "here u are"? Thank you in advance

  • @sabrinasabi4177
    @sabrinasabi4177 4 роки тому

    You look so beautiful 💜💜💜I'm so grateful for all videos you're creating for us☺ . Things are more clear to me 😊I can make the difference now! Problem solved😉👌

  • @Curly3373
    @Curly3373 4 роки тому

    Is the expression 'could you possibly ....' is still used nowadays and to which degree of formality does it correspond to ?

  • @betterenglishtips8378
    @betterenglishtips8378 3 роки тому

    Nice explain

  • @sarraabbt251
    @sarraabbt251 4 роки тому

    It has beeeeeeeen a looooooong time .i admire you

  • @neerajmorofficial1067
    @neerajmorofficial1067 4 роки тому

    Lovely teaching ma'am

  • @juanvelasquez9114
    @juanvelasquez9114 4 роки тому

    Thank you teacher.
    Sorry for the delay!!
    Q: May I have your contact details?
    A: Sure, write my number and email.
    Q: Can we borrow your hoover?
    A: Sorry, I can´t because I´m using it in this moment.
    Q: Could you wait a moment please?
    A: Yes, excuse me what happen?
    Q: Excuse me, could I have another one please?
    A: Of course, the same flavor?
    Q: Can you past me the salt please?
    A: Here you go.

  • @andrefarias8434
    @andrefarias8434 4 роки тому

    Hey Anna, I love your classes, below you find my answers:
    1) Of course you may. Here you have my card, send me a message, and I'll reply to you as soon as possible. It wil be my pleasure keeping in touch.
    2) For sure. I'd be pleased if you clean it at the end.
    3) Yes, I can. Let me know, when I can go forward, please.
    4) Owh, absolutely. Here you go!
    5) Yeah, here you have.

  • @psarper
    @psarper 4 роки тому

    Hello Anna, which correct , " inside" or "inside of"? Sorry I don't know how to send a direct message.

  • @razapk395
    @razapk395 4 роки тому +1

    Love

  • @علاءكاظم-غ1ر
    @علاءكاظم-غ1ر 4 роки тому

    Awesome lesson 💓

  • @wolfganghertwig3865
    @wolfganghertwig3865 4 роки тому +2

    "Can we borrow your hoover?" - "I'm afraid you can't. Because you borrowed it two weeks ago and haven't brought it back yet!"

    • @JkVersus
      @JkVersus 4 роки тому +3

      :)))
      For that situation I have two hoovers - one cheapest one for my neighbors and second Makita for me.

  • @flawyerlawyertv7454
    @flawyerlawyertv7454 4 роки тому

    Amazing

  • @pussycatlover6522
    @pussycatlover6522 4 роки тому

    Hi there, can one say: you wouldn't help me, would you? Is this more formal or is it not? Many thanks Anna

    • @EnglishLikeANative
      @EnglishLikeANative  4 роки тому

      It's better to say: You couldn't help me, could you? Could suggests possibility rather than desire.

  • @FabioSilva-fq2pl
    @FabioSilva-fq2pl 4 роки тому

    gostei de aprender

  • @يوسفكريم-خ4ب
    @يوسفكريم-خ4ب 4 роки тому

    hi may i say you . sweet video from sweet teacher to sweet students ..may i say you .great thanks for your great works .teach us free ..you are generous really ..yousif from IRAQ

  • @babapetetsk5537
    @babapetetsk5537 4 роки тому

    Thanks . Good job. Keep it up.

  • @hamedrezaamiri639
    @hamedrezaamiri639 4 роки тому

    Hi Anna! I only have a question and I would appreciate it if you give me an answer!
    If I were supposed to ask a girl out for a cup of coffee or dinner plus, a friendly chat, how could I use those verbs?!
    Thanks!

    • @EnglishLikeANative
      @EnglishLikeANative  4 роки тому

      Can I interest you in dinner? Could I invite you out for a coffee sometime? May I have the pleasure of your company on Thursday evening?

    • @hamedrezaamiri639
      @hamedrezaamiri639 4 роки тому

      @@EnglishLikeANative Thanks a lot for your kind reply! They're absolutely sentences that can impress all girls! You know the first impression is very vital! Building a steady relationship is like a building a house

  • @BruceXue-u4u
    @BruceXue-u4u 7 місяців тому

    good.

  • @razapk395
    @razapk395 4 роки тому

    Nice

  • @lohaye3260
    @lohaye3260 4 роки тому

    Somehow Anna resembles Snow White to me, red fits so good in her 😍

  • @francescolospinuso5792
    @francescolospinuso5792 4 роки тому

    Hello anna, can you please tell me how I can use the italki credit? Thank you

  • @علي-ع4ق5ب
    @علي-ع4ق5ب 4 роки тому

    Do I have to answer all questions even I know them, Miss?🤔

  • @jacobatkinson6073
    @jacobatkinson6073 4 роки тому

    With wishes for success

  • @HalcondNieve
    @HalcondNieve 4 роки тому

    You call them modal verbs, can we call them defective verbs too?

  • @supunthilakshetha9903
    @supunthilakshetha9903 4 роки тому

    Could you tell me, where is the born in English ?

  • @thedebavlogs68
    @thedebavlogs68 4 роки тому

    Cheers Anna 😇

  • @marwanwajeeh2957
    @marwanwajeeh2957 4 роки тому

    May give us lesson about idioms

  • @emyeman4575
    @emyeman4575 4 роки тому

    Hi Anna 🙋🏼‍♀️
    Awesome thanks a lot
    1- May I have your contact details ? No You may not
    2- Can we borrow your hoover ? Sure
    3- Could you wait a moment ,please ? I’m afraid I’m busy now
    4- Excuse me could I have another please? Here you go
    5- Can you pass me the salt , please ? No
    Get yourself 😀

  • @FGX318
    @FGX318 4 роки тому

    You finish the lesson with « finally » and I have to admit that the difference between « finally » and « eventually » is quite confusing for non native as I am... may I ask you to enlighten me please ?

    • @EnglishLikeANative
      @EnglishLikeANative  4 роки тому +1

      Here is a great explanation of the differences. :). english.stackexchange.com/questions/67063/eventually-vs-finally

  • @husseinaddow4570
    @husseinaddow4570 4 роки тому

    1- Can I go out mom, please.?
    No, you can't.
    2-could you let me sit here, Ali?
    Sure. Sit down please.
    3- Excuse me teacher, may I come in?
    Yes please.
    4- Ahmed, could you get me that jug?
    Ok.
    5- Hi soldier, can I pass here?
    Sure, but very carefully.

  • @jarek23s
    @jarek23s 4 роки тому +2

    ..to have my contact details? Sure, you may. Only do not use it to harass me.

  • @ankurnishad8423
    @ankurnishad8423 4 роки тому

    My fault/ mistake/ bad/ my apologies/ pardon me. I take responsibility

  • @erkansamc2045
    @erkansamc2045 4 роки тому

    Excuse me your honour, may i explain the reason of my mistake after the jury?
    Can you play that song again?
    Could you call us again, please?
    Can't you go shopping for me?
    May you sign my permission form please your majesty?

  • @jarek23s
    @jarek23s 4 роки тому +2

    Making fun of the queen? Naughty Anna.

  • @sahinkhan9092
    @sahinkhan9092 4 роки тому

    Hello anna

  • @gedeokasudianadewantara_ip4880
    @gedeokasudianadewantara_ip4880 3 роки тому

    Unch🥰

  • @dzinengland4957
    @dzinengland4957 4 роки тому

    It will be much better if you leave your adverts till the end of your videos

  • @francy2610
    @francy2610 4 роки тому

    Of course. My contact details is...
    Certainly. Here it is.
    Sure.
    Yes you could.
    Here we go.

  • @josetellez5371
    @josetellez5371 4 роки тому

    Anna_english ---------------------->

  • @zekibilen1775
    @zekibilen1775 4 роки тому

    👏👏👏👏🙋

  • @MbisonBalrog
    @MbisonBalrog 4 роки тому

    For your next vid can you identify the different kinds of accent various British celebs have?

  • @joaquinserrano9614
    @joaquinserrano9614 4 роки тому

    The battle of cartagena de Indias. A famous spanish naval victory against the british. Spanish empire was greater than the british empire. Who will speak against me, please people I’m bored .

  • @haroonlive.
    @haroonlive. 4 роки тому

    💕

  • @blesd.sunshine
    @blesd.sunshine 4 роки тому

    👌👌✌️

  • @Lita1
    @Lita1 4 роки тому

    May I have your contact details? Absolutely not as it's a national security risk. Can we borrow your hoover? Assuming that's my neighbor asking I would reply: Of course when you're finished with it you could return it. Or i'll have someone helpful or possibly myself, if I can; come later to pick it up. Could you wait a moment please? Depending on the situation I would either say: Unfortunately time is pressing me to hurry right now. Or I would reply Why what have you for me? Excuse me could I have another one please: I guess it's at the dinner table in which case I would say: You can have another-one there's plentiful to drink here go ask them. Could you pass me the salt please: I would reply: Oh helpful butler could you pass my annoying good friend there, sitting across me visiting from Denmark, who deliberately thinks I am a butler at this point and degrades me to commonality in an insulting way far too often; the salt please. And I would add, I am also not meaning any offence to you helpful butler who the family does appreciate for the betterment of the common good of our society. That's the answers I think yes!!!! :)

  • @jacobatkinson6073
    @jacobatkinson6073 4 роки тому

    👍👍👌👌

  • @shojo799
    @shojo799 3 роки тому

    she looks like Yapura Meri

  • @TheFarhan249
    @TheFarhan249 4 роки тому

    Can you please correct this sentence? I am unable to move my eyes of you😀

  • @joaquinserrano9614
    @joaquinserrano9614 4 роки тому

    🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸

  • @littlecity9772
    @littlecity9772 4 роки тому

    💔💔💔💔💔💔💔

  • @bruceli9094
    @bruceli9094 4 роки тому

    Did the melons you planted grew bigger during Lockdown?

    • @EnglishLikeANative
      @EnglishLikeANative  4 роки тому

      It's completely inappropriate for you to make such a comment.

    • @bruceli9094
      @bruceli9094 4 роки тому

      @@EnglishLikeANative Huh? You talked about growing melons in the garden if i remember correctly.
      Anyway, you seem to have a dirty mind, no offense.