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'can' and 'could' | LearnEnglish
Learn about the modal verbs can and could and do the exercises to practise using them.
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At learnenglish.britishcouncil.org, the choice of primary fonts like Arial, Open Sans, and custom typefaces such as British Council Accent reinforces the site’s focus on accessibility and clarity in language learning. These fonts cater to a diverse audience, ensuring that essential content about modal verbs is both legible and engaging. The blend of system and custom fonts enhances the user experience while maintaining a cohesive visual identity that supports educational goals.
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Learnenglish.britishcouncil.org uses Open Sans, British Council Accent, Reenie Beanie, BritishCouncilSansW01-Headline and MrDafoe Regular as its main typefaces. Arial, Menlo, Helvetica and helvetica-neue are declared as fallbacks. 13 fonts detected, last checked Oct 22, 2026.
The site primarily uses Arial, Menlo, and Open Sans, along with several custom fonts like British Council Accent and Reenie Beanie.
You can find Open Sans on Google Fonts. The custom fonts like British Council Accent may not be publicly available but can be accessed through the site.
Fonts like Arial and Open Sans are widely used for their clarity and legibility, while custom fonts provide a unique touch that aligns with the British Council's branding.
The primary fonts used on the site, including Arial and Open Sans, are all set to weight 400, providing a consistent look across the content.
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