shall

Pronunciation

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

Simple present shall

Simple past should

Negative shan't

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

   Shall I get that for you?

   Shall we go?

2. Shall is also used to ask for advice.

   Where shall I put the plates?

3. Shall is used like will to make a promise.

   We shall send your order immediately.