The imperative: regular verbs ending in -are and -ere
This is how we create the imperative forms of regular verbs ending in -are and -ere.
(lei) lavori
(noi) lavoriamo
(voi) lavorate
(loro) lavorino
(lei) scriva
(noi) scriviamo
(voi) scrivete
(loro) scrivano
We use the imperative to:
- Give orders and make requests:
Riordina subito la tua stanza. riordinare, imperativo presente
Tidy your room immediately.
Lavate i piatti dopo aver mangiato. lavare, imperativo presente
Wash the dishes once you've eaten.
Stendi i panni in giardino. stendere, imperativo presente
Hang the clothes out in the garden.
- Give instructions or advice, or make suggestions:
Gira a destra. girare, imperativo presente
Turn right.
Spegnete il telefono. spegnere, imperativo presente
Turn off your phone.
Mangiate più frutta.mangiare, imperativo presente
Eat more fruit.
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