May vs might

May=might (future possibility)

• It may rain today= It might rain today
 Might (not may) expresses possibility in the
past
• I thought you might come!
• Margaret told me she might not be able to
show up today.
 Might used to give formal advice
• Sir, if you like oysters, you might try Antoine’s.

• (should would be too informal)

May (NOT MIGHT) is used to request or grant
permission
• May I use your telephone.
• Yes, you may