Explanation
The imperative – Grammar chart
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Form
The form of the verb used for the imperative is the base form of the verb (=the infinitive without to). There is no subject.
The negative imperative is made with do not or don’t + infinitive (no subject).
Use
You can use the imperative to:
Give instructions
- Open the package carefully.
- Connect the cable into the plug.
Give orders
- Fasten your seatbelt.
- Stop talking!
- Run!
Offer something or invite someone to something
- Have some cookies.
- Come and sit with us.
Give advice
- Get some sleep.
- Tell her how you feel.
- Go and have fun.
Give warnings
- Don’t touch that cable.
- Please, Stopthe car!
You can use let’s + verb to:
Make suggestions
(+) It’s very hot today. Let’s go to the swimming pool.
(-) Let’s not go out today. I’m very tired.
