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can 與 could 的用法 |
1. can + V → 表(現在∕未來的)能力 / 可能 / 許可 / 請求 |
2. could + V → 表(過去的)能力:(現在∕未來的)可能;(較客氣的)請求 |
3. can / cannot have + pp. + → 推測『過去可能∕不可能……』(限用於否定句或疑問句) |
We all learn by making mistakes.
我們都是從犯錯中學習。
What do you want to do tomorrow?
你明天要做什麼?
The professor wants to speak to Larry.
教授想和賴瑞說話。
Let’s not talk about this in public, but we can talk about it in private.
我們不要在公開場合討論這件事,但我們可以私底下談談。
The man looked as if he was going to faint.
那名男子看起來好像要暈倒了。
My little brother eats like a horse, but he never gains weight.
(我弟弟吃得跟馬一樣多,但他從來沒有長胖。)
Could you please turn down the music? I am trying to take a rest.
可以麻煩你把音樂小聲一點我想要休息一下。
Business has been poor; therefore, we need to consider laying off staff.
生意一直都不好;因此,我們需要考慮裁員。