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Knightofsports Posted 13 years ago
Grammar

Can

It's a lot of work to keep their house clean.

I say:

They can hire a housekeeper. What's the difference between can and could here?

Thanks!
  

Top answer

Can would imply that you know for a fact. With could , you are making a suggestion.

  • Can would imply that you know for a fact.
  • With could , you are making a suggestion.
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Can would imply that you know for a fact. With could, you are making a suggestion.

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