a mood used to tell somebody to do something or give instructions or commands

Je voudrais postuler : extended speaking, role-play

French

In this unit pupils apply prior knowledge of irregular verbs, question-forming with question words, indefinite adjectives, interrogative adjectives and demonstrative adjectives. They will also deepen their understanding of relative clauses and learn how to form the imperative.

People and lifestyle: Au boulot

Complete the sentence: The imperative is found in a wide range of contexts e.g. {{}}, job adverts and giving commands.

Complete the sentence: Using the imperative allows the speaker to give instructions and {{}}.

Translate: Don't do the cooking yourselves!

Select the scenarios in which the formal 'vous' form of the verb is appropriate.

Speak spontaneously without making a plan.

Select useful steps to improve speaking performance.

Match the French and English pronouns together.

Match the verb to the English translations

What is the 'tu' imperative form of the verb 'finir'?

Select the correct translation: 'Parlons avec mon frère aîné !'

Where do the negative elements go in an imperative sentence?

Starter Quiz