Today, we're talking about something interesting we can do with modal verbs.
We use 'may' and 'might' for concession. This means that they add the meaning of 'although' to the sentence. This is a slightly strange use of modal verbs!
Here, 'may' and 'might' are talking about something that is definitely true.
- She may be rich but she's not happy (= although she is rich, she's not happy).
- London might be busy but there are lots of peaceful parks (= although London is busy, there are lots of peaceful parks).
- He might be clever but he isn't very good with people (= although he is clever, he isn't very good with people).
Let's review!
Make sentences using 'might' for concession.
1. Although she is here, she isn't listening.
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2. Although it is cold, it's still a good day for a walk.
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3. Although they are tired, they can't go to sleep yet.
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- She might be here but she isn't listening.
- It might be cold but it's still a good day for a walk.
- They might be tired but they can't go to sleep yet.