“Could” in a Sentence (with Audio)

Examples of how to use the word “could” in a sentence. How to connect “could” with other words to make correct English sentences.

could (modal, v): used as a more polite form of “can” when asking for permission; past simple of “can”, used to talk about what someone or something was able or allowed to do

Use “could” in a sentence

You could have called me for help.
She could swim.
Could I use your knife, please?

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