May is relatively rare in negative constructions (mayn't is not common) I can't promise anything, but i'll do what i can Cannot and can't are usual in such contexts.
Nudist destinations where you can take it all off
Can is usually used in standard spoken english when asking for permission
It is acceptable in most forms of written english, although in very formal writing, such as official instructions, may is often used instead
Persons under 14 unaccompanied by an adult may not enter. To describe a specific occurrence in the past, use was/were able to instead of could. Cannot, can't she can speak english, french, and german Definition of can modal verb in oxford advanced american dictionary
Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. Can synonyms, can pronunciation, can translation, english dictionary definition of can To be able to, have the power or skill to I can take a bus to the airport.
You use can to indicate that someone has the ability or opportunity to do something
Don't worry yourself about me, i can take care of myself I can't give you details because i don't actually have any details The united states will do whatever it can to help greece. Have the ability, power, or skill to.
See examples of can used in a sentence. Used to say that it is possible for somebody/something to do something, or for something to happen Can you call back tomorrow He couldn't answer the question
The stadium can be emptied in four minutes
