GRAMMAR & STRUCTURE
Imperatives

Definition

An imperative is a verb form that uses the simple form of the verb without the subject. The imperative form is often used to give instructions or warnings.

Example

Explanation

Imperatives --

• have many functions. For example, they --
• give instructions
• offer advice
• make suggestions
• give warnings
• offer something to someone
• use "do not" / "don't" in the negative form.
• use "get" in the passive form.
• can state a subject in order to emphasize who the subject is.

Related Sections

Passives
Verbs