Imperative | Grammar | - Part 6 Belajar Bahasa Inggris dari 0

Summary

This video is part of a series teaching English from scratch. In this lesson, the focus is on imperative sentences, which are used to give commands, requests, advice, warnings, and instructions. The video explains how to form positive and negative imperatives, the use of 'let's' for suggestions, and how to structure these sentences with or without subjects. It also highlights common functions of imperatives, such as commands, advice, and requests, providing clear examples for learners to understand and apply in everyday conversation.

Takeaways

• 😀 Imperative sentences in English are used to give commands, instructions, warnings, requests, advice, or suggestions.
• 😀 The verb in an imperative sentence is always in its base form without 'to', such as 'stop', 'eat', 'go'.
• 😀 An exclamation mark is often used in written imperative sentences to indicate urgency or strong emphasis, while stress or tone is used in spoken form.
• 😀 Negative imperative sentences are formed by adding 'don't' or 'do not' before the verb, like 'Don't go' or 'Don't eat'.
• 😀 You can add complements (objects) to imperative sentences, such as 'Eat your breakfast' or 'Help me'.
• 😀 The subject is usually omitted in imperative sentences, but you can add a subject for emphasis or clarity, like 'Everybody sit down'.
• 😀 The word 'Let's' is used for inclusive suggestions, such as 'Let's go out' or 'Let's not go out'.
• 😀 Imperative sentences can function as commands with authority, warnings, advice, requests, and instructions.
• 😀 For polite requests, 'please' is added before or after the imperative verb, like 'Please close the door'.
• 😀 When giving advice, the tone is usually neutral, without strong emphasis, as seen in phrases like 'Don't eat too much'.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video?

The video primarily discusses the use of imperative sentences in English, explaining how they are formed and providing various examples.

What are some common uses of imperative sentences?

Imperative sentences are used to give commands, make requests, provide instructions, offer advice, and issue warnings or prohibitions.

How do you form a positive imperative sentence in English?

To form a positive imperative sentence, use the base form of the verb without 'to'. For example, 'Eat your breakfast' or 'Go to school'.

What is the role of the exclamation mark in imperative sentences?

An exclamation mark is used in written imperative sentences to indicate urgency or strong emphasis. In speech, this is typically conveyed through stress or tone.

How is a negative imperative sentence formed?

A negative imperative sentence is formed by adding 'don't' (or 'do not') before the base verb. For example, 'Don't touch that' or 'Don't go there'.

Can a subject be included in an imperative sentence?

Typically, imperative sentences do not have a subject, but sometimes a noun or pronoun is added for clarity. For example, 'Everybody sit down' or 'Phillip, come here'.

What is the use of 'Let's' in imperative sentences?

'Let's' is used when the speaker is suggesting an action that involves both the speaker and the listener. For example, 'Let's go to the park' means 'I suggest we both go to the park'.

What is the difference between 'Let's' and 'Let's not' in imperatives?

'Let's' is used for making suggestions, while 'Let's not' is used for making negative suggestions. For example, 'Let's go' vs. 'Let's not go'.

Why is it important to add 'please' in requests or commands?

Adding 'please' makes imperative sentences more polite and less direct, which is important in formal or respectful communication. For example, 'Please close the door' is more polite than simply saying 'Close the door'.

Can imperative sentences be used to give advice?

Yes, imperative sentences can be used to offer advice in a neutral tone. For example, 'Don't worry' or 'Eat more vegetables' are common ways of giving advice.