Grammar Lesson J [B2+]
EMPHASIZING
We emphasize using direct and indirect methods:
1. strong modal verbs e.g. should, ought to, must and need to
EXAMPLE
- “So you should attend your clinic appointments without fail for you direct observation therapy regimen.”
2. intensifiers e.g. very, really, especially, extremely, absolutely, completely, totally, highly, without fail, much too
EXAMPLE
- “It’s extremely important that you take all your antibiotics for several months to completely treat your TB, and also so you do not develop antibiotic resistant bacteria.”
For more on these two ways of emphasizing, see Module 4 READING. LESSON F Part 3
Here are more ways to add emphasis to your speech:
GRAMMAR. EXERCISE J
Emphasizing
Instructions: Choose the best response. To complete the statements.