Phrases with Multiple Auxiliary Verbs?

Question

I'm sorry if this question is already asked. I couldn't find an answer for this anywhere in the internet. My question is: What are the common phrases with multiple auxiliary verbs which are used to make sentences?? Eg: 1. "have to do" - "You have to see a doctor" 2. "should have done" - "you should have attended the class" 3. "could have done" - "I could have gone to the movies, if I had cleaned the house" I need a list of common phrases like this. Because learning this kind of phrases and its usage can really help English learners. It will be quote useful in the daily life. I request all of you to please share the phrases you know. Thanks

Answer 1

This is a great question, as these phrases are so much a part of English, both spoken and written. However, what I have found is that simply giving a list of these phrases to a student only goes so far. In other words, you can look up the phrase from a list and find out what it means. However, knowing what it means and then being able to use it automatically in conversation often requires a coach who can provide feedback as a lot of times going from knowledge (what it means) to implementation (how to use it successfully) requires further understanding and practice. I would recommend that you schedule a lesson with an experienced ESL teacher who can coach you on these phrases. You seem bright and you should be able to achieve very good results quickly. Good luck!