An Introduction to Past Modals: must have, should have, would have, and could have

In this English lesson I'll give an introduction, with plenty of examples, on how to use the past modals: must have, should have, would have, and could have. This is a difficult topic for many English learners. I will do my best to make it clear how to use these verbs in some situations.

This is by no means meant to be an extensive lesson. In fact, I decided to leave some verbs off the list, and to simply help you learn some of the common ways we use these as native English speakers.

I hope this English lesson helps you, and if you want, please let me know in the comments if you want a more advanced class on this in the future.

Thanks for watching this English lesson about past modal verbs! Have a great day!

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[romanabbas]

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[viva]

Past modal verbs are one of the most tricky things for a second language learner. I can understand the meaning but when I have a conversation, I shy away from using them. Today's lesson was really helpful for me.
I should have found your channel earlier. Being late is better than nothing. Thanks teacher

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[helmuthbecker]

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[ruyerialas]

Thanks a lot Bob for sharing these topics with us!

[yuriart]

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[midicicero]

You're doing a great job, Bob! Very precise and understandable.

[tupigoias]

Thank you so much for this great video, Bob! You've given the best explanation and examples I've seen here on YouTube for Past Modals. Not an easy subject to master in English as the differences are so subtle at times!

[harukifromjapan]

Thank you for the great video. Bob! This topic was what I've wanted to know for a long time. So I'm happy to be able to remember how to use them. I'm looking forward to watching your next video!

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[tamasbrulik]

Perfect, and easily understandable explanation. I am really thankful for it

[kudratkarimov]

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[isha]

I can understand past modals when someone is using them but I was still doubtful about my understanding about these. Thank you so much for this lesson!!

[noriko]

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I didn't have enough time and money.
I should've hit the books when I was a university student. I could've done that, but I just wanted to hang out with friends.
But now I'm kinda getting the hang of learning English.
Your lessons must have done the trick 😁👏💐 Thanks.

[mauradelgado]

It could be a little lesson but I understood everything. Very clear. I watched so many videos and I didn't get it, until now. Thank you.

[marclozachmeur]

Hello Bob. Thanks a bunch for this lesson! it 's very helpful! Take care!

[rose]

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[barbarabalogh]

By far, this is the best explanation of past modals I've seen. I'll be using it in the ESL class I teach! Thanks so much!

[strategistaow]

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[mamadoualioudiallo]

Very nice lesson. Thank you so much M.Bob