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German grammar A2 · Lesson 2 of 4

Modal verbs

The modal verbs are , , , , and . They are conjugated in second place, and the other verb goes to the end as an infinitive:

The singular forms are irregular, and and are identical: , , ; , , ; , , . The plural forms are regular: , , .

means must, but means need not. To forbid something use :

Examples

  • Ich kann gut schwimmen.
  • Du musst früh aufstehen.
  • Wir wollen ins Kino gehen.
  • Hier darf man nicht parken.
  • Er soll mehr Wasser trinken.
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