English (UK)
In English we use imperatives to :
The positive imperative is the same as the infinitive. The negative imperative is don't + infinitive.
Notes for use of imperatives :
In English an imperative sentence does not require a subject; the pronoun "you" is implied.
Imperative Example Sentences :
Positive Examples of Imperatives :
Negative Examples of Imperatives :
| Imperative example sentences | |
|---|---|
| Okay, let me get the coffees first. | |
| Please be there on time... Don't make me wait! | |
| Let me google it! | |
| Just give me a call 15 minutes before you arrive. | |
| You don't have to go to the garden, dear, just smoke in the kitchen. | |
| Yeah, let's give it a go and see what happens. | |
| Let me tell you a true story... | |
| Please tell me it's a joke! | |
| Okay, that's fine, enjoy your breakfast then. | |
| Yes, just ask me! | |
| The toilet is being fixed on this floor, please use the upstairs. | |
| Let me show you how to do it! | |
| Hmm, well okay, let's steal some then! | |
| Okay, let's check the blue ones first then. | |
| Sleep well and sweet dreams. | |
| See you girls, have fun. | |
| Alright, let me check that for you. | |
| I can hear you, don't hang up, Jen! | |
| Come on! Let me introduce you to them. | |
| A tenner is fine, let's see the cash first. | |
