Menggunakan Should, Ought To, dan Had Better | Belajar Bahasa Inggris

Summary

In this educational video, Vida Masrika explains how to use modal auxiliaries 'should,' 'ought to,' and 'had better' to give advice in English. She breaks down the structures of these modals, emphasizing how they are used in positive, negative, and question forms. 'Should' is for general advice, 'ought to' has a similar meaning but requires 'to,' and 'had better' implies stronger advice with potential negative consequences. The video also highlights how 'maybe' can soften advice. Viewers are encouraged to practice by commenting with their own advice using these modals.

Takeaways

• 😀 **Understanding Modal Auxiliaries**: Modal auxiliaries like 'should', 'ought to', and 'had better' are commonly used to give advice in English.
• 😀 **Structure of 'Should' and 'Ought to'**: These modals are followed by the base form of the verb (verb1) without 'to'. Example: 'You should go.'
• 😀 **Incorrect Usage of 'Should'**: Avoid adding 'to' after 'should'. Example: 'You should to study' is incorrect.
• 😀 **'Ought to' Usage**: 'Ought to' has the same meaning as 'should' and is also followed by the base verb form, but it’s less common in negative sentences.
• 😀 **'Had Better' for Strong Advice**: 'Had better' is used for stronger advice and often implies that there will be negative consequences if the advice is not followed. Example: 'You had better stop now.'
• 😀 **Negative Forms**: The negative form of 'had better' is 'had better not'. Example: 'You had better not be late.'
• 😀 **'Should' and 'Ought to' in Negative Sentences**: 'Should not' or 'shouldn't' is used for negative sentences, while 'ought to' is rarely used negatively.
• 😀 **Forming Questions**: Questions with 'should' follow the structure: 'Should + subject + verb?'. Example: 'What should I do?'
• 😀 **'Maybe' Softens Advice**: Adding 'maybe' to a suggestion makes it sound softer and more flexible. Example: 'Maybe you should rest.'
• 😀 **Exercises to Practice**: Viewers are encouraged to practice giving advice using 'should', 'ought to', and 'had better' in various contexts to improve their understanding.

Q & A

What is the purpose of using modals like 'should,' 'had better,' and 'ought to' in English?

These modals are used to give advice, make suggestions, or issue warnings. They help express recommendations or actions that are advisable or necessary in a given situation.

What is the key difference between 'should' and 'ought to'?

'Should' is the most commonly used modal for advice and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. 'Ought to' is more formal and often used to express a softer or more polite suggestion, but the meaning is generally the same.

How is the structure for giving advice using 'should' formed?

The structure is: 'subject + should + base verb' (verb 1). For example, 'You should study harder.'

Can 'should' be used for negative sentences, and if so, how?

Yes, 'should' can be used in negative sentences with 'not' (should not or shouldn't). For example, 'You should not stay up late.'

What makes 'had better' different from 'should'?

'Had better' is used for stronger advice, often accompanied by a warning about possible negative consequences if the advice is ignored. For example, 'You had better slow down, you're driving too fast.'

What is the structure for 'had better' in both positive and negative sentences?

The structure for 'had better' is: 'subject + had better + base verb.' In negative sentences, it becomes 'had better not.' For example, 'You had better not skip your homework.'

What type of advice does 'had better' generally express?

'Had better' typically expresses advice that comes with a warning or the possibility of bad consequences if not followed. For example, 'You had better leave now or you’ll be late.'

How does the use of 'maybe' change the tone of advice?

'Maybe' softens the advice, suggesting that it is one option among several. It makes the suggestion less direct. For example, 'Maybe you should go home and take a nap.'

Is 'ought to' ever used in negative sentences? If so, how?

'Ought to' can be used in negative sentences with 'not' (ought not to). For example, 'You ought not to ignore the advice.' However, 'should' is more commonly used in negative advice.

When forming questions with modals like 'should' or 'had better,' what structure is used?

For questions, the structure is: 'modal + subject + base verb.' For example, 'What should I do?' or 'Should I go now?' 'Had better' is not typically used in questions.