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 | |
|---|---|
| Sleep well and sweet dreams. | |
| Let me check if the kitchen is still open, darling. | |
| He might be overly excited, try not to hold him too tight. | |
| Forget about what I said about Jen and Mike! | |
| A tenner is fine, let's see the cash first. | |
| You don't have to go to the garden, dear, just smoke in the kitchen. | |
| Yes, just ask me! | |
| That's a good idea, let me get him then. | |
| Please be there on time... Don't make me wait! | |
| Okay, deal... Let me google it! | |
| I can hear you, don't hang up, Jen! | |
| Michael, grab the door knob and pull it as hard as you can! | |
| Hi Diego, please don't unleash Bear for now. | |
| Hmm, well okay, let's steal some then! | |
| The toilet is being fixed on this floor, please use the upstairs. | |
| Let me ask. | |
| See you girls, have fun. | |
| I'm dead serious, just check the prices on your phone. | |
| Okay, let's go! | |
| Don't be a f*cking liar! | |
