Could - definition, pronunciation, transcription
Amer.
|kʊd|
Brit.
|kʊd|
verb
- simple past tense of canUsed as a past indicative.
Before I was blind, I could see very well.
- Used as a past subjunctive (irrealis).I think he could do it if he really wanted to.
I wish I could fly!
- Used to politely ask for permission to do something.I wish I could fly!
Could I borrow your coat?
- Used to politely ask for someone else to do something.Could you proofread this email?
- Used to show the possibility that something might happen.We could rearrange the time if you like.
- Used to suggest something.You could try adding more salt to the soup.
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