Imperatives I
Imperatives are verbs used to give orders, commands,warning or instructions.
| To make the imperative, use the infinitive of the verb without "to" |
| Stand up! |
| Sit down! |
| Be quiet! |
| To make a negative imperative, put "do not" or "don't" before the verb: |
| Don't go! |
| Do not talk in class. |
Note that an imperative sentence does not require a subject; the pronoun "you" is implied.
You can also use "let's" before the verb if you are including yourself in the imperative. The negative of "let's" is "let's not".
| Let's open your books to page 35. |
| Let's finish for today. |
| Let's do the exercise toguether. |
| Let's discuss this issue. |
Orders
Adults do not usually give each other orders, unless they are in a position of authority. However, adults can give orders to children and to animals.
Sit down now!
