B1 – Intermediate
What is “should”?
“Should” is a modal verb we use to give:
- advice
- suggestions
- opinions
Examples:
I should wake up early.
You shouldn’t skip breakfast.
Should we start now?
They should listen to the teacher.
It means: “This is a good idea” or “This is the right thing to do.”
Structure
Positive: Subject + should + base verb
I should study.
You should sleep early.
Negative: Subject + should not (shouldn’t) + base verb
You shouldn’t eat too much sugar.
He shouldn’t be late.
Question: Should + subject + base verb?
Should I call her?
Should we go now?
Uses of “should”
1. Giving advice
You should drink more water.
She should rest.
2. Making suggestions
We should watch a movie.
You should try this food.
3. Giving opinions
People should be kind.
Students should do their homework.
Important Rules
- Always use the base form of the verb.
Incorrect: She should goes.
Correct: She should go.
2. Same form for all subjects (I, you, he, she, they, etc.)
He should study.
They should study.