shall

Pronunciation

• (stressed) IPA ^(key): /ˈʃæl/, SAMPA: /"S{l/
• (unstressed) IPA ^(key): /ʃəl/, SAMPA: /S@l/

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Verb

Present shall

Past should

Negative shan't

1. (modal) Shall is usually used to make a suggestion about your own actions.

   Shall I get that for you?

   Shall we go?

2. (modal) Shall is also used to ask for advice.

   Where shall I put the plates?

3. (modal) Shall is used like will to make a promise.

   We shall send your order immediately.