Section outline

  • 'Might' is the past tense of the verb 'may'.

    Use of modal verbs 'may& might':
    To Express Examples
    Permission (seek) May I borrow your book? 
    Might I borrow your book? (rarely used)
    Grant of permission (conditional permission - use might) You may leave now. 
    If you behave well, I might allow you to go to the party.
    Possibility   She may go to the movie. (strong)
    She might come for the movie. (weak)
    Suggestion You may consult the teacher before you leave.
    You might like to meet the teacher before you leave.
    Past possibility (might) Tom might have missed the flight due to traffic.
     Prayers, wishes & hope (may)

    		 May you have all the happiness and peace in your life.
    May all your wishes come true.
    Negative Use  They may not reach on time for the event.
    They might not not allow a late entry for the event.