could

could
An auxiliary verb, or helper verb, is a conjugated verb that comes before a main verb and determines the main verb's tense, mood, or aspect (e.g., avoir, être).
auxiliary verb
a. pouvoir
From the cabin, we could see the Alps in the distance.Depuis le chalet, nous pouvions voir les Alpes au loin.
I came as soon as I could.Je suis venue dès que j’ai pu.
a. pouvoir
If Mom's not at work, you could try to call her on her cell phone.Si maman n’est pas au travail, tu pourrais essayer de l’appeler sur son portable.
a. pouvoir
Could I give you a hand with that suitcase?Est-ce que je pourrais vous donner un coup de main avec cette valise ?
a. pouvoir
I hear something hitting the window. - It could be hail.J’entends quelque chose frapper contre la fenêtre. - Il pourrait s’agir de grêle.
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