







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 | |
|---|---|
| Congratulations! Please come this way! | |
| Yes, we have paper towels, I can clean it up, don't worry! | |
| Don't judge it, just enjoy the holiday, Diego! | |
| Okay, let me get the coffees first. | |
| Please tell me it's a joke! | |
| That's fine, say hi to everyone. | |
| Let me show you how to do it! | |
| Let me tell you a true story... | |
| Yes okay, let's go inside so I can show you the house. | |
| What!? Please don't say you made them catch an actual wasp. | |
| Enjoy! Don't wake me up when you get home! | |
| The toilet is being fixed on this floor, please use the upstairs. | |
| Let me google it! | |
| Sleep well and sweet dreams. | |
| Forget about what I said about Jen and Mike! | |
| Don't act like you don't understand. | |
| Okay, just tell us how much they pay, then. | |
| It was very nice to see you, say hi to Flora. | |
| Just give me a call 15 minutes before you arrive. | |
| Hmm, well okay, let's steal some then! | |