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Niceguyz Posted 19 years ago
Grammar

wat is the difference between "can" and "could"?

can u pass me the pen?
Or

could u pass me the pen?

and about
would u mind?
or
will u mind?
  

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wat is the difference between "can" and "could"? In that context not a lot. Both are considered polite forms.

  • wat is the difference between "can" and "could"?
  • In that context not a lot.
  • Both are considered polite forms.
  • Using the past tense form makes the question less direct which gives a slightly more polite feel.
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wat is the difference between "can" and "could"?

In that context not a lot. Both are considered polite forms. Using the past tense form makes the question less direct which gives a slightly more polite feel.

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