Grammar: A1 - Sentence Structure - Basics - Lesson 8: Imperatives

Grammar: Imperatives A1 Lesson 8: Giving Commands and Requests What you will learn: By the end of this lesson, you will be able to give polite and direct commands, instructions, and requests using the imperative form. What are Imperatives? An imperative sentence is used to give a command , an instruction , or make a request . They are very common in English for giving directions or orders. Imperative sentences are special because they don't have a subject (like 'I', 'he', 'she'). The subject 'you' is always understood. For example, when a teacher says "Listen carefully," they mean "(You) listen carefully." The Grammar Rule 📖 How to Form Imperatives Form Structure Example Positive (+) Base Verb + ... Open your book. Negative (-) Don't + Base Verb + ... Don't talk during the movie. Polite Add 'Please' Please sit down. / Sit down, please . Giving Directions in Siem Reap Imperatives are perfect for giving directions to tourists. Tourist: …