The Imperative Sentence with "不要...了" or "别...了"
In Mandarin Chinese, imperative sentences are formed using "不要...了" or "别...了" to express commands or requests.
Usage:
- 不要 + Verb + 了: "不要" (bùyào) followed by a verb and "了" (le) is used to indicate a negative command or request.
- 不要说话了。(Bùyào shuōhuà le.) - Don't speak.
- 别 + Verb + 了: "别" (bié) followed by a verb and "了" (le) is another way to express a negative command or request, often used in spoken language.
- 别迟到了。(Bié chídào le.) - Don't be late.
Examples:
- 不要打扰了。(Bùyào dǎrǎo le.) - Don't disturb.
- 别吵了。(Bié chǎo le.) - Don't make noise.
Additional Notes:
- Both "不要" and "别" followed by a verb and "了" are used to form imperative sentences to give commands or requests.
- The choice between "不要" and "别" depends on personal preference or the specific context.