Lerne den Imperativ mit Pronomen wie es (Akkusativ) und mir (Dativ) zu verwenden, z.B. "Erledige es sofort!" oder "Hilf mir!". Wichtig: Dativpronomen stehen vor Akkusativpronomen, z.B. "Gib es mir!".
  1. When both a dative and an accusative pronoun are used, the dative pronoun comes before the accusative pronoun.
Formel (formula)Beispiel (Example)
Imperativ + direktes Pronomen (Akk.)Erledige es bitte heute! (Please take care of it today!)
Imperativ + indirektes Pronomen (Dat.)Hilf mir mit der Aufgabe! (Help me with the task!)
Dat. + Akk.Gib es mir! (Give it me!)

Exercise 1: Der Imperativ mit Pronomen:„Erledige es sofort!"

Instruction: Fill in the correct word.

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es, ihm, uns, mir

1. Imperativ + indirektes Pronomen (Dat.):
Erzähl ... von deinem neuen Projekt!
(Erzähl uns von deinem neuen Projekt!)
2. Kombination Dativ + Akkusativ:
Schick ... die E-Mail noch heute Abend mit deinem Computer!
(Schick ihm die E-Mail noch heute Abend mit deinem Computer!)
3. Imperativ + direktes Pronomen (Akk.):
Mach ... gemeinsam mit dem Team!
(Mach es gemeinsam mit dem Team!)
4. Imperativ + direktes Pronomen (Akk.):
Erledige ... bitte heute!
(Erledige es bitte heute!)
5. Imperativ + indirektes Pronomen (Dat.):
Hilf ... mit der Aufgabe!
(Hilf mir mit der Aufgabe!)
6. Imperativ + indirektes Pronomen (Dat.):
Gib ... mehr Verantwortung in unserem Projekt!
(Gib uns mehr Verantwortung in unserem Projekt!)
7. Kombination Dativ + Akkusativ:
Bring ...die Notizen nach dem Meeting!
(Bring ihmdie Notizen nach dem Meeting!)
8. Imperativ + indirektes Pronomen (Dat.):
Erklär ... bitte die Aufgabe!
(Erklär ihm bitte die Aufgabe!)

Exercise 2: Multiple Choice

Instruction: For each question, choose the correct form of the imperative with pronouns to express the instruction politely and correctly.

1.
Incorrect word order and double mention of the object: The dative pronoun 'mir' (me) is not in the right position and is repeated.
Two accusative objects 'es' (it) and 'den Bericht' (the report) appear together here, which is grammatically wrong; the dative pronoun is missing or misplaced.
2.
Incorrect word order with 'the me'; the pronouns are not combined correctly and are wrongly positioned.
Two accusative objects 'sie' (it) and 'die Einladung' (the invitation) are used together, which is grammatically incorrect.
3.
Incorrect pronoun order: The accusative pronoun 'sie' must follow the dative pronoun 'mir'.
The dative pronoun 'mir' (me) is placed at the end of the sentence, not directly before the accusative pronoun; the order is wrong.
4.
Wrong pronoun order: The dative pronoun 'mir' must come before the accusative pronoun 'es'.
The dative pronoun 'mir' does not stand immediately before the accusative pronoun 'es', so the position is incorrect.

The Imperative with Pronouns: "Erledige es sofort!"

This lesson covers how to use the imperative mood together with pronouns in German. It focuses on combining commands or requests with direct and indirect object pronouns, forming polite and effective instructions.

Lesson Content Overview

You will learn how to form imperatives with:

  • Direct (accusative) pronouns, for example, "Erledige es bitte heute!" (Do it today, please!)
  • Indirect (dative) pronouns, for example, "Hilf mir mit der Aufgabe!" (Help me with the task!)
  • Both dative and accusative pronouns together, for example, "Gib es mir!" (Give it to me!)

Key Grammar Points

  • The imperative is used to give commands or requests.
  • Direct pronouns replace the direct object (accusative case).
  • Indirect pronouns replace the indirect object (dative case).
  • When both dative and accusative pronouns appear, the dative pronoun always precedes the accusative pronoun.

Examples & Highlights

  • Imperative + direct accusative pronoun: "Erledige es bitte heute!"
  • Imperative + indirect dative pronoun: "Hilf mir mit der Aufgabe!"
  • Dative + Accusative pronoun order: "Gib es mir!" The indirect pronoun (mir) comes before the direct pronoun (es).

Practical Notes for English Speakers

Unlike English, German pronouns change form depending on whether they are direct or indirect objects. In German imperatives, these pronouns are typically placed directly after the verb. When using both types together, the dative pronoun (indirect object) comes before the accusative pronoun (direct object), which differs from English word order in similar sentences.

Useful phrases include:

  • Mach es! – Do it!
  • Hilf mir! – Help me!
  • Sag es mir! – Tell it to me!

Understanding these structures will help you give clear and polite instructions or requests in German.

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