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function of auxiliary verbs

An auxiliary verb is used to add functional or grammatical content to the information expressed by another verb, considered to be the main verb. Auxiliary verbs are also called helping verbs. Am,has,will,would,can,did,must etc are auxiliary verbs. Examples: I am writing a book. He has done the work. We will be there in a minute. Would you help me with this homework? Can you open the door? Did you visit New York last holiday? Do you like chocolate? They must get there on time.


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