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[chat] a primary question: what's the difference between 'might be' and 'may be'? [复制链接]

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发表于 2005-6-10 18:43:24 |显示全部楼层
In my opinion, "may" is more formal than "might"
And "might" can be used to give some suggestions while "may" can not be used in this way.
But "may"and"might" both can be used to give permission and requests.
Of course, they are used to describe the possibility frequently.

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发表于 2005-6-10 19:16:00 |显示全部楼层
might implies more uncertainty.

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发表于 2005-6-11 09:27:59 |显示全部楼层
There is no need to pay attention to the minute differences~

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发表于 2005-6-16 13:15:10 |显示全部楼层
Thanks a lot! :)
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发表于 2005-6-21 17:12:35 |显示全部楼层
the word 'primary' can be confusing. basic? preliminary? :-)

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RE: a primary question: what's the difference between 'might be' and 'may be'? [修改]
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