| Element | USE: POLITENESS |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | PRESENT |
| SubCat | present continuous |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | C2 |
| Cando | Can use the present continuous with verbs that are not usually used in this form to make statements and requests sound less direct. |
| Corrected Learner Example | Considering the importance of the matter, I am asking for your financial support. (Greek, Greece, C2 MASTERY, Pass, 2001) I'm asking permission to be excused from work for at least three days. (Greek, ===NONE===, C2 MASTERY, Pass, 1993) If we're wanting to make progress in prolonging the length of human lives, we equally have to be willing to spend time and make an effort... (Dutch, Netherlands, C2 MASTERY, Pass, 1993) |
| Uncorrected Learner Example | |
| Comments | N/A |
