Modal Verbs of Advice (should/ought to)

When to Use

• •Advice/recommendations: You should see a doctor.
• •Mild obligations: You ought to wear a helmet.
• •Expectations: The train should arrive soon.
• •Criticism about past: You should have called.
• •Suggestions for improvement: You should try this method.

How to Form

💡 Ought to is more formal/less common; use should for most advice.

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