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65 Examples of Imperative Verbs in Sentences, Understand the Definition and Characteristics

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Kapanlagi.com - Examples of imperative verbs in sentences are very easily recognized. Because, the characteristics of imperative verbs in sentences are using an exclamation mark at the end of the word. Imperative verbs are generally used to give commands, prohibitions, or calls to action.

There are various types of verbs in Indonesian that are commonly known. One of them is the imperative verb which is used to express or say something that is a command, prohibition, call, allowance, or invitation.

Yes, imperative verbs are addressed to someone to perform an action based on the given command or call. That is why, the pronunciation of imperative verbs tends to be more assertive. Meanwhile, examples of imperative verbs in sentences are generally given an exclamation mark at the end of the sentence.

This is done as a sign that the sentence is a type of imperative verb sentence. Well, to better understand what imperative verbs are, check out the following review that has been summarized by kapanlagi.com from various sources. Here are examples of imperative verbs in sentences that you need to know.

 

1. Definition of Imperative Verbs

As mentioned in the previous discussion, imperative verbs are generally used to give commands, prohibitions, calls, permissions, or invitations. According to the definition of imperative verbs in the Indonesian Dictionary (KBBI), there are two points.

First, imperative verbs are commanding or giving commands; having the right to give commands; obligatory. Second, imperative verbs mean a form of command for a sentence or verb that expresses prohibition or obligation to perform an action: go! Help!.

Based on the definition of imperative verbs according to KBBI, it can be concluded that imperative verbs are verbs that function to give commands, prohibitions, invitations, calls, or permissions for an action. Imperative verbs can be preceded by words like don't, please, please, get, let's, find!, follow!, go! And so on. By now, you certainly have a little understanding of the meaning of imperative verbs that are very easy to recognize.

2. Characteristics of Imperative Verbs

After understanding the meaning of imperative verbs, there are several characteristics of imperative verbs that are important for you to know. This is because by knowing the characteristics of imperative verbs, it will be easier for you to differentiate them from other types of verbs. Here is an explanation of the characteristics of imperative verbs.

- Imperative verbs in a sentence are usually marked with an exclamation mark (!) or a period (.) at the end of the sentence.

- At the beginning of the sentence, imperative verbs generally contain affixes -lah, -kan, or -i.

- The pronunciation of imperative verbs in a sentence tends to be more assertive or clear to the interlocutor.

- Examples of imperative verbs come from command words.

- The pronunciation of imperative verbs in a sentence can have the characteristics of a polite command or a harsh command, depending on who the interlocutor is.

 

3. Examples of Imperative Verbs in Sentences Containing Prohibitions

To make it easier for you to understand the meaning of imperative verbs, here are some examples of imperative verbs in sentences. The following are explanations about examples of imperative verbs in sentences.

1. Do not litter here!

2. Do not eat while walking!

3. No smoking!

4. Do not litter carelessly!

5. Do not sleep in the mosque area!

6. No hitchhiking!

7. Do not harm animals!

8. No stealing!

9. Do not waste time!

10. No playing with mobile phones during exams!

11. Do not play on the toll road!

12. No stopping!

13. No dating here!

14. No touching statues!

15. No picking fruits!

16. Do not open the door there!

17. No talking during exams!

18. No selling here!

19. Do not make noise!

20. No bringing animals!

21. Do not drink too much, you'll get bloated!

22. No playing on the riverbank!

23. No swimming in the sea!

24. Do not speak rudely!

25. Do not step on this grass!

26. Do not speak carelessly if it doesn't match the facts!

27. Never come again!

28. Do not climb that mango tree!

29. No disturbing!

30. Do not force others' will if you want to be respected!

31. Do not violate company regulations!

4. Examples of Imperative Verbs Containing Requests for Help and Please

Examples of imperative verbs in the following sentences are sentences containing the words 'please' and 'help'. The examples of imperative verbs in sentences containing those requests can be seen through the following explanations.

32. Please fetch a drink from the kitchen!

33. Please close that window!

34. Please clean under the table in the room!

35. Please distribute this meeting invitation!

36. Please bring this document to the meeting room!

37. Please turn off that lamp!

38. Please wear this helmet when riding!

39. Please sit here!

40. Please lift this table together!

41. Please come again in the morning!

42. Please wait here!

43. Please take the ticket first!

44. Please fill in this data before entering the room!

45. Please sign in first!

46. Little sibling, please fetch an umbrella in the living room because it's raining outside!

47. Sis, please carry the little sibling to the room!

48. Please help me tidy up this table!

49. Please wear a jacket because it's very cold outside!

50. Please queue according to the number on the ticket!

51. Please straighten the line!

5. Examples of Imperative Verbs in Other Sentences

Meanwhile, examples of imperative verbs in sentences containing invitations can be seen through the following explanations. Here are some reference examples of imperative verbs in sentences containing commands and invitations.

52. Let's plant a tree!

53. Pour one spoonful of flour into the bowl!

54. Please don't act in haste!

55. Please stay calm!

56. Maintain cleanliness in the classroom!

57. Please maintain distance according to that sign!

58. Leave when you're done!

59. Help Ani before she goes home!

60. Leave me alone!

61. Let Dito be with Ani as long as they are happy!

62. Let me take a short vacation!

63. Ask for permission before leaving!

64. Clean the table after eating!

65. Listen to your mother's advice!

Those are examples of imperative verbs in sentences along with their meanings and characteristics. Hopefully, the above explanation can help you understand the meaning of imperative verbs and their examples.

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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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