Imperative vs Order

Quando usar cada um em inglês, com significado, registro e exemplos.

Imperative

FormalTop 5000 (bastante comum)

Order

Top 1000 (muito comum)A1noun
Mais formal: ImperativeMais comum: Order
 ImperativeOrder
Pronúncia🇬🇧 //ɪmˈpɛr.ə.tɪv//🇺🇸 //ɪmˈpɛr.ə.tɪv//🇬🇧 /["/ˈɔːdə(r)/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈɔːrdər/"]/
SignificadoA command or instruction.A way things are arranged or a request for something.To ask for something to be brought to you or to arrange things in a specific way.
ExemploPlease sit down is an example of an imperative.I would like to place an order for a pizza.
RegistroFormalNeutro
Quão comumTop 5000 (bastante comum)Top 1000 (muito comum)
Nível CEFR-A1
Classe gramaticalnoun
Colocaçõesimperative sentence, strong imperative, imperative formcorrect, proper, right, change, in order, in order of, out of order, apple-pie, bring, create, impose, in order, in good order, civil, public, keep, maintain, preserve, in order, out of order, law and order, a point of order, side, short, last orders, take, give somebody, order for, bulk, large, record, place, put in, send, form, book, on order, to order, order for, bulk, large, record, place, put in, send, form, book, on order, to order, order for, direct, specific, strict, give, issue, make, by order of, on somebody’s orders, under orders from, doctor’s orders, get your marching orders, give somebody their marching orders, established, existing, old, monastic, religious, contemplative
Antônimosoptional, discretionarydisorder, chaos
Erros comunsConfuse with 'imperative mood', which specifically refers to command structures in grammar., Use 'imperative' as a noun when it's often an adjective in context., Omit context when discussing 'imperative', leading to ambiguity.Confused with 'order' as a noun vs verb., 'Ordered' is often mistakenly used instead of 'order' in commands., Saying 'make an order' instead of 'place an order'.
Notas de usoUse 'imperative' in formal writing about grammar or when giving strong commands. Avoid in casual conversations.Use 'order' when asking for food, items, or services. In formal contexts like business, it may refer to placing a purchase. Avoid using it in casual conversation about personal choices.Use 'order' when asking for food, items, or services. In formal contexts like business, it may refer to placing a purchase. Avoid using it in casual conversation about personal choices.

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Perguntas frequentes: Imperative vs Order

Qual é a diferença entre Imperative e Order?

Imperative: A command or instruction. Order: To ask for something to be brought to you or to arrange things in a specific way.

Qual é mais formal: Imperative e Order?

Imperative é a mais formal entre elas.

Qual é mais comum: Imperative e Order?

Order é a mais comum no inglês do dia a dia.

Pode mostrar um exemplo de cada?

Imperative: Please sit down is an example of an imperative. Order: I would like to place an order for a pizza.

Posso usar Imperative e Order de forma intercambiável?

Nem sempre. Imperative e Order são relacionadas e às vezes se sobrepõem, mas diferem em registro, frequência e uso, então trocar uma pela outra pode mudar o sentido ou o tom. Veja as diferenças acima antes de substituir.

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