Lesson7. Imperatives,Infinitives and – ing form Work-life balance

Lesson7. Imperatives ,Infinitives and – ing form
Work-life balance
The affirmative imperative of the second person singular and plural consists of the:
base form of the verb . It is used to address one o r more people , without expressing the subject.
Come with me!
Think about it!
The imperative of the second person singular and plural is used to:
• give orders and express bans / prohibitions .
Stand up, everybody!
Don't cross if the light is red.
• give in structions .
Turn right at the traffic lights, then go straight on.
Don’t use a pen, use a pencil.
• make requests (in a polite way with please or will you?).
Take this book to the library, will you?
Lend me your bike, please!
• invite someone to do something .
Come to my house after school!
• give advice.
Eat more vegetables. They're good for you.
• offer something .
Have a biscuit!
• wish someone something .
Have a nice day! Enjoy your holiday!
The imperative of the first person plural is formed with : Let’s + base form of verb .
Let's is the short form of Let us.
Let's start reading. Let's sing a song.
Negative form : Let’s + not + base form of verb
Let's not run. We still have plenty of time.
The imperative of the first person plural is used to make proposals and suggestions .
Let's go for a walk.
Let's meet at the park at four o'clock.
Let's buy this jacket. It's cheaper than the blue one.
There are also imperative forms for the third person , which are formed using :
Le t + direct object + base form of verb
Let her finish her homework.
Let them go!