The Modal Verb "会" in Mandarin Chinese

In Mandarin Chinese, the modal verb "会" (huì) is used to indicate capability, possibility, or future tense. It is often translated to English as "can," "be able to," "know how to," or "will."

Usage:

The usage of "会" depends on the context in which it is used:

• Indicating Capability: Used to express the ability to do something.

Example: 我会说中文。(Wǒ huì shuō zhōngwén.) - I can speak Chinese.

• Indicating Possibility: Used to express the likelihood of something happening.

Example: 他会来吗？(Tā huì lái ma?) - Will he come?

• Indicating Future Tense: Used to express a future action or event.

Example: 明天我会去北京。(Míngtiān wǒ huì qù Běijīng.) - Tomorrow I will go to Beijing.

Keep in mind that "会" can also mean "meeting" or "association" in different contexts.