The Complete Guide to “Should Be” Modal Verbs: Usage, Rules & Examples

Introduction to “Should Be”

The modal verb phrase “should be” is a versatile construction in English used to express advice, expectations, probability, and obligations. Unlike “must be” which indicates necessity, “should be” suggests recommendations or likely situations. This comprehensive guide covers its meaning, grammatical rules, usage with Hindi translations, and practice exercises.

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Table of Contents

1. Meaning & Core Uses of “Should Be”
2. Grammatical Structures & Sentence Patterns
3. 10 Practical Examples with Hindi Translations
4. “Should Be” vs Similar Modal Verbs
5. Common Errors & How to Avoid Them
6. Practice Exercises (Test Yourself)
7. Conclusion & Key Takeaways

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1. Meaning & Core Uses of “Should Be”

“Should be” primarily expresses:

• Advice/Suggestion (सलाह)
  Example: You should be more careful. (आपको और सावधान रहना चाहिए।)
• Expectation (उम्मीद)
  Example: The package should be delivered today. (पैकेज आज डिलीवर हो जाना चाहिए।)
• Probability (संभावना)
  Example: He should be at home by now. (उसे अब तक घर पहुँच जाना चाहिए।)
• Mild Obligation (हल्का दायित्व)
  Example: Fees should be paid monthly. (फीस मासिक भुगतान की जानी चाहिए।)

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2. Grammatical Structures

Sentence Formation Rules

Sentence Type	Structure	Example	Hindi Translation
Affirmative	Subject + should be + adjective/noun/past participle	The results should be accurate.	परिणाम सटीक होने चाहिए।
Negative	Subject + should not be + adjective/noun	You should not be late.	आपको देर नहीं करनी चाहिए।
Interrogative	Should + subject + be + adjective/noun?	Should I be worried?	क्या मुझे चिंतित होना चाहिए?

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3. 10 Practical Examples with Hindi Translations

S.No	English Example	Hindi Translation
1	Students should be punctual.	छात्रों को समय का पाबंद होना चाहिए।
2	The medicine should be taken after meals.	दवा भोजन के बाद लेनी चाहिए।
3	This road should be repaired soon.	इस सड़क की जल्द मरम्मत होनी चाहिए।
4	You should be more patient.	आपको और धैर्यवान होना चाहिए।
5	The meeting should be over by 5 PM.	बैठक शाम 5 बजे तक खत्म हो जानी चाहिए।
6	Should the documents be submitted today?	क्या दस्तावेज़ आज जमा करने चाहिए?
7	The temperature should be perfect now.	तापमान अब ठीक होना चाहिए।
8	Children should be supervised.	बच्चों की निगरानी की जानी चाहिए।
9	The keys should be in the drawer.	चाबियाँ दराज में होनी चाहिए।
10	Guests should be welcomed properly.	मेहमानों का उचित स्वागत होना चाहिए।

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4. Common Mistakes to Avoid

 Incorrect: She should be comes early.
 Correct: She should be coming early.

 Incorrect: Should be we ready by 8?
 Correct: Should we be ready by 8?

 Incorrect: The food should be serve hot.
 Correct: The food should be served hot.

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5. Practice Exercises

Section 1: Fill in the Blanks

1. Employees __________ dressed formally.
2. The payment __________ processed within 24 hours.
3. __________ the windows be closed?
4. You __________ more careful with confidential data.
5. The train __________ on platform 2.

Section 2: Hindi to English Translation

6. मरीज़ों को समय पर दवा दी जानी चाहिए।
7. क्या मुझे इसकी चिंता करनी चाहिए?
8. फाइलें आज जमा की जानी चाहिए।
9. बच्चों को जल्दी सोना चाहिए।
10. यह जानकारी गोपनीय रखनी चाहिए।

Section 3: Error Correction

11. The package should be deliver by Monday.
12. Should be we preparing for the exam?
13. He should be more carefully.
14. All applications should be submit online.
15. The event should be starts at 7 PM.

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6. Conclusion

Mastering “should be” enhances your ability to give advice, state expectations, and discuss probabilities in English. Remember:

• Use for recommendations, not commands
• Follow correct verb forms after “should be”
• Practice with real-life situations

For doubts about any examples, ask in comments!