Should and shouldn’t

Use should and should not to give advice and say what is a good or bad idea.

When do we use it?

Give simple advice about health, study and everyday problems.

Form

Use should/shouldn’t + base verb.

• You should rest.
• You shouldn't worry.
• Should I call her?

Key contrast

Look for the subject, noun type, sentence form and time expression before choosing.

Common mistakes

• You should to rest. → You should rest.
• He should rests. → He should rest.

Remember

Use should and should not to give advice and say what is a good or bad idea.

Quick check

• Read the complete sentence.
• Find the grammar clue.
• Choose the form that fits both meaning and structure.