Instructing
Imperative
The imperative form is used to give instructions in both spoken and written English. At times, the imperative form is considered impolite when speaking English. When providing instructions, use the imperative. However, when requesting that someone do something use a polite question form.
Positive Form:
Verb + objects
Go through the instructions for deregulation.Negative Form:
Do + Not + Verb + objects
Do not approve a fixed term sale.Giving Directions
Common phrases used to give directions:
Take the first left / right
bus to...
train to...
subway to...
tube to...
Turn left / right at...
Go straight ahead
past...
along...Street / Road / Avenue.
It's next to...
near to...
opposite...
between...
on the left / right of...
Examples of Giving Instructions
Kindly acknowledge receipt of my email when you get it. Thanks.
Do not approve a fixed term sale.
Do not make a take-over bid.
Use the discount rate to calculate the NPV of this project.