should · modal
should (ADVICE)
A2 used to give advice
Dictionary examples:
You should eat your vegetables, not hide them under the table! (0.0)
You should wear socks with sandals. It's the new cool! (0.0)
You should dance like no one is watching, especially in the supermarket! (0.0)
I think you should see a doctor. (6.8)
If you're annoyed with him, you should tell him. (22.1)
You should change trains at Peterborough if you're going to Newcastle. (27.5)
should (BEST)
B1 used to say or ask what is the correct or best thing to do
Dictionary examples:
Should we study for the exam or watch funny cat videos? (0.0)
Should I learn to cook or just eat instant noodles forever? (0.0)
Should I wear my lucky socks to the job interview? (0.0)
It's getting cold in here. Should I turn the heat up? (13.3)
I should have written to her but I haven't had any time. (14.2)
"Should I apologize to him?" (14.7)
Where should we meet tonight? (22.2)
There should be an investigation into the cause of the disaster. (42.3)
should (PROBABLE)
B1 used to say that you expect something to be true or that you expect something to happen
Dictionary examples:
My pizza should arrive soon. I hope it doesn't get lost in space! (0.0)
The test results should be ready tomorrow. I hope they don't get lost in cyberspace! (0.0)
The movie should start at 8. Maybe the actors are still putting on makeup! (0.0)
I wonder what's happened to Annie. She should be here by now. (12.8)
That should be enough food for five people. (27.2)
If you follow these directions, you shouldn’t have any trouble finding our house. (35.1)
My dry cleaning should be ready this afternoon. (47.8)
why should/shouldn't...?
B2 used to ask or give the reason for something, especially when you are surprised or angry about it
Dictionary examples:
Why shouldn't she get a new car if she wants one? (21.8)
He wants me to give him my old car, but why should I? (24.5)