命令形 ((Verb)!)

(Verb)!, Do (something)!

JLPT N4
Pattern

Verb (imperative form)

How it works

The imperative is a blunt command. う-verbs change to the -e sound (行け); る-verbs change る to ろ (食べろ); する → しろ, 来る → こい. It's used in emergencies, sports cheering and signs, and sounds rude in normal conversation.

Examples

  • がんばれ!Go for it!
  • あぶない! にげろ!Look out! Run!

Further reading

Bunpro N4 · Lesson 9

Put your practice together

Work through a complete paper at your own pace or choose a timed mock exam. No account is needed to begin.