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 | |
|---|---|
| Let me show you how to do it! | |
| Alright, let me check that for you. | |
| I'm dead serious, just check the prices on your phone. | |
| Let me ask. | |
| Let me google it! | |
| You don't have to go to the garden, dear, just smoke in the kitchen. | |
| Hi Diego, please don't unleash Bear for now. | |
| A tenner is fine, let's see the cash first. | |
| Oh sorry, please don't think I'm overreacting! | |
| Sleep well and sweet dreams. | |
| I can hear you, don't hang up, Jen! | |
| The toilet is being fixed on this floor, please use the upstairs. | |
| Please be there on time... Don't make me wait! | |
| That's a good idea, let me get him then. | |
| Yes okay, let's go inside so I can show you the house. | |
| Please don't get the half price ones. | |
| Okay, let me get the coffees first. | |
| https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7b_DDgvsgA | |
| Yeah, let's give it a go and see what happens. | |
| Here is your f*cking tenner, spend it wisely! | |
