What is the difference between imperatives and directives?
1 Answer
Jun 6, 2017
Imperative is used for orders.
Directive is a suggestion.
Explanation:
Imperative
It is a verb form made from the infinitive by leaving out "to". For example:
- Go,
- Don't speak,
- Shut the door
This form is used to give orders which are required to be obeyed.
Directive
It is a verb form using auxiliary word would or hadFor example:
-
You had better go to a doctor.
-
If I were you, I would not lie to him.
