Modal Verbs Functions and Semi-Modals

Modals and Semi-Modals

• Modals serve functions such as asking permission, expressing obligation, and making suggestions.
• Semi-modal verbs, like 'need', 'have to', and 'ought to', share some characteristics with traditional modal verbs but differ in certain ways.

Characteristics of Semi-Modals

• Semi-modals often require a 'to'-infinitive verb form after them, unlike traditional modals.
• Semi-modals can be used in perfect forms, unlike traditional modals.

'Ought to' vs. 'Should'

• Both 'ought to' and 'should' express obligation or recommendation, but 'ought to' is more formal and less common in informal conversations.
• 'Ought to' is often used in formal writing or in formal situations, while 'should' is more versatile and commonly used in everyday conversations.

'Used to'

• 'Used to' is a semi-modal verb that differs from traditional modal verbs in that it has a specific grammatical form and can be used to talk about past habits or states.
• 'Used to' can be used to express past habits, past situations, or hypothetical situations.

'Need' as a Semi-Modal

• When 'need' functions as a semi-modal, it requires a 'to'-infinitive verb form after it.
• In this context, 'need' expresses obligation or necessity.

Filipino Mythology

• 'Bathala' refers to the supreme god in Filipino mythology.
• 'Patron ng mga mandirigma' translates to 'Patron of Warriors' in English.
• 'Taga-tanod ng Lupa' has the role of a Guardian of the Earth in Filipino mythology.
• 'Halimaw na ipinapaniwalang kumakain o nananakit ng tao' refers to a monster that is believed to eat or harm people.
• 'Diyosa ng umaga' translates to 'Goddess of the Morning' in English.
• The grumpy god of the sea is known as 'Bakunawa'.