Learn Dutch · C1

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Nuanced Modal Verbs

Grammar: Advanced Modal Verbs: zou / hoeven / mogen.

"Zou/zouden" expresses: (1) polite requests: "Zou u dit willen controleren?" (Would you check this?);

Zou u mij kunnen helpen met dit formulier?: Would you be able to help me with this form?
Je hoeft je geen zorgen te maken.: You don't need to worry.
Dat had niet gemogen.: That should not have been allowed.
Zouden jullie morgen eerder kunnen komen?: Would you (all) be able to come earlier tomorrow?

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