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KhoshtipMan Posted 9 years ago
Grammar

Using "may" in sentences

Hi,


What is the difference between these sentences please?

A: You may don't need that tool.

B: You may not need that tool.


I meant, is using "may don't" incorrect? I have no rule in mind to show that it's incorrect grammatically.

  

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Only B is correct. May is a modal auxiliary and must be followed by an infinitive. Don't isn't an infinitive.

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  • Only B is correct.
  • May is a modal auxiliary and must be followed by an infinitive.
  • Don't isn't an infinitive.
  • CB
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Only B is correct. May is a modal auxiliary and must be followed by an infinitive. Don't isn't an infinitive.

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