Giving a Direct Instruction
An affirmative imperative gives an instruction to one familiar person.
How It Works
An affirmative imperative gives an instruction to one familiar person.
Use an actual imperative form such as γράψε, έλα or δες. A following object clitic attaches after it as a separate word; its stress may affect the verb's written accent.
| Greek | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Γράψε! | Write! |
| Έλα εδώ! | Come here! |
| Δες το! | Look at it! |
Examples (3)
- Γράψε!
Write!
- Έλα εδώ!
Come here!
- Δες το!
Look at it!
How It Connects
Learn This First
Recognize where object clitics occur before contrasting affirmative imperative forms with a prohibition.