Imperative Sentence : Cara Membuat Kalimat Perintah dalam Bahasa Inggris

Summary

This video explains the concept of imperative sentences in Indonesian, outlining their structure, usage, and common examples. Imperative sentences are commands or requests, typically formed with a verb followed by an object, without a subject. The video also highlights the distinction between positive and negative imperative sentences, using 'don't' to form prohibitions. Additionally, it covers the various functions of imperative sentences, such as giving instructions, issuing orders, offering advice, and making offers. Examples include 'Open the door,' 'Don't leave me alone,' and 'Visit your doctor if you're not feeling well.'

Takeaways

• 😀 Imperative sentences are commands used to ask someone to do something.
• 😀 In Indonesian, an example of an imperative sentence is 'Makanlah sayur-sayuran agar tetap sehat' (Eat vegetables to stay healthy).
• 😀 The structure of an imperative sentence typically consists of a verb followed by an object or complement, without a subject.
• 😀 A negative imperative sentence uses 'Don't' followed by the verb to indicate a prohibition, such as 'Don't open the door'.
• 😀 Common uses of imperative sentences include giving instructions, such as 'Check your phone' or 'Press the start button'.
• 😀 Imperative sentences are also used for giving orders, like 'Do your homework' or 'Go away'.
• 😀 They can also be used to offer advice or suggestions, for example, 'Visit your doctor if you're feeling unwell' or 'Drive your car carefully'.
• 😀 Imperative sentences may also be used to make offers, like 'Take my jacket if you're cold'.
• 😀 Negative imperatives (using 'Don't') express actions that are not to be done, contrasting with positive imperatives that are used for giving commands.
• 😀 The key to understanding imperative sentences is recognizing their form and their function in either instructing, ordering, advising, or offering.

Q & A

What is an imperative sentence?

An imperative sentence is a type of sentence used to give a command, request, or instruction, asking someone to do something. It usually starts with a verb and does not contain a subject.

Can you provide an example of an imperative sentence in Indonesian?

An example in Indonesian is 'Makanlah sayur sayuran agar tetap sehat' which translates to 'Eat vegetables to stay healthy.'

How is the structure of an imperative sentence formed?

The structure of an imperative sentence consists of a verb followed by an object or complement. There is no subject in the sentence.

What happens when an imperative sentence is negative?

When making an imperative sentence negative, the word 'don’t' is added before the verb. For example, 'Don’t open the door' becomes 'Jangan buka pintu' in Indonesian.

What is the difference between a positive and a negative imperative sentence?

A positive imperative sentence is a command or request, such as 'Open the door.' A negative imperative sentence involves prohibition or a command not to do something, such as 'Don’t open the door.'

How do we form a negative imperative in Indonesian?

In Indonesian, to form a negative imperative, we use the word 'jangan' followed by the verb. For example, 'Jangan tinggalkan saya' means 'Don’t leave me alone.'

What are some common functions of imperative sentences?

Imperative sentences serve various functions, such as giving instructions, issuing orders, providing advice, or making offers.

What is an example of an imperative sentence used for giving instructions?

An example of giving instructions is 'Cek sinyal teleponmu' which translates to 'Check your phone signal.'

What is an example of an imperative sentence used for giving advice?

An example of giving advice is 'Kunjungi doktermu jika kamu merasa tidak enak badan' which translates to 'Visit your doctor if you feel unwell.'

Can you provide an example of an imperative sentence used for making an offer?

An example of making an offer is 'Ambil jaket saya jika kamu kedinginan,' meaning 'Take my jacket if you’re cold.'