command sentence
[/kəˈmɑːnd ˈsentəns/]
nounpl: command sentences
sentença imperativa / oração imperativa
1. A grammatical sentence that expresses a direct order, request, or instruction to someone to do something
Close the door immediately!
Feche a porta imediatamente!
2. In grammar, a sentence structure that typically uses the imperative mood and often begins with a verb
Bring me the report by tomorrow.
Traga-me o relatório até amanhã.
3. A sentence that gives instructions or demands compliance, often ending with an exclamation mark
Don't touch that!
Não toque nisso!
Command sentences are fundamental to grammar instruction in both Brazilian and American English schools. In Brazilian Portuguese education, they are referred to as 'sentenças imperativas' and are taught as an essential sentence type alongside declarative and interrogative sentences. These are heavily emphasized in language learning and formal writing instruction.
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