Use of may and might

See how ‘may’ and ‘might’ are used.

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  • ‘May’ is used to ask for permission.

May I come in, sir?                  
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May we go now?                     
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May they play in the ground?
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May I tell you?                              
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  • ‘May’ is used to show uncertainty.

It may rain.                                    
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They may go.                               
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You may like it.                            
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They may discuss about this.
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  • ‘May’ is used to express good wishes.

May God bless you!                  
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May you live long!                      
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  • ‘May’ is used for the meaning of ‘can’

You may go.                                          
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They may talk about this chapter.
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  • ‘Might’ is the past tense of may.

Might’ is used to show more uncertainty.

It might rain.                                                        
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They might go.                                                 
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  • Sometimes ‘might’ is used to request in present tense.

Might I use your pen?                                      
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 Might you carry my bag?                                   
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Might I take this bag?                                          
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  • Sometimes ‘might’ is used to show possibility in future.

It might rain on tomorrow.                                  
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She might visit after two days.                          
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They might appear for the exam next year.
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Hi, I am Madhuri Kherde, an educationist, ex-principal of a secondary school in Mumbai, and founder of EnglishLamp.com. I have been teaching English and Mathematics for the last thirty-four years. I like to share my knowledge and experience with others. So I hope you enjoy my posts on this website.