Como Pronunciar "imperative"
word
/ˌɪmˈpɛɹətɪv/
im-PER-uh-tiv
/ɪmpˈɛɹətˌɪv/
im-PER-uh-tiv
Definição
As a noun, it means a command or an order. As an adjective, it means something is very important or necessary.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
/ˌɪmˈpɛɹətɪv/
Inglês Britânico
/ɪmpˈɛɹətˌɪv/
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
im-PER-uh-tiv
UK
im-PER-uh-tiv
Ouça em Contexto
Using the imperative is common in giving instructions.
It is imperative to wash your hands before eating.
The doctor said it was imperative that I rest.
Please use the imperative form when writing instructions for users.