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 | |
|---|---|
| Yes, we have paper towels, I can clean it up, don't worry! | |
| Oh sorry, please don't think I'm overreacting! | |
| Please don't get the half price ones. | |
| Let me check if the kitchen is still open, darling. | |
| Please be there on time... Don't make me wait! | |
| Yes, just ask me! | |
| Yeah, let's give it a go and see what happens. | |
| Hmm, well okay, let's steal some then! | |
| Don't act like you don't understand. | |
| I can hear you, don't hang up, Jen! | |
| The toilet is being fixed on this floor, please use the upstairs. | |
| Just give me a call 15 minutes before you arrive. | |
| Come on! Let me introduce you to them. | |
| I'm dead serious, just check the prices on your phone. | |
| Enjoy! Don't wake me up when you get home! | |
| Let me show you how to do it! | |
| Please tell me it's a joke! | |
| Okay, let me get the coffees first. | |
| Congratulations! Please come this way! | |
| Hi Diego, please don't unleash Bear for now. | |
