2.- How to say it. Modal verbs for advice.
Citas Para Pensar
"Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not one bit simpler."
Albert Einstein.
When we want to give advice or express an opinion we also use modal verbs.
We use should when we think something is a good thing to do, that is to say, to give advice.
- That film is excellent, you should go to the cinema.
With shouldn't we mean that something is not the right thing to do, it is not advisable.
- You are very tired. You shouldn't drive now.
Ought to/ not to is the only modal verb which takes "to". It is used to give advice, too. There is no difference between should and ought to.
- You ought to be punctual for your lessons every day.
- You should be punctual for your lessons every day.
Ejercicio Resuelto
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Think about it
Write 10 pieces of advice to help people who are afraid of flying and then post it on the forum of the unit. The first ones have been done for you.
- You should take a deep breath. It is a good way to relax yourself.
- Remember that flying is one of the safest forms of transportation available.