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  • Why do we sometimes use do in affirmative sentences?

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  • Okay, so, as many of you know do is an auxiliary verb used in the present.

  • Simple in negatives and questions.

  • For example, do you enjoy being poked in the eye?

  • No, I don't enjoy being poked in the eye.

  • Of course, in the affirmative, we would say Yes, I enjoy being poked in the eye, but sometimes we do use an extra do in the affirmative.

  • One reason is for emphasis.

  • Do can be used in affirmative.

  • Present, simple and did can be used in affirmative past simple sentences toe add a strong emphasis.

  • They go before the main verb and noticed the intonation.

  • For example, I do love making learners, questions, videos.

  • She does look beautiful in her wedding dress.

  • Or we did enjoy the meal last night.

  • Thank you very much.

  • It was delicious.

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  • Do can also be used to show contrast, a difference between one situation and another or unexpected outcome and an actual outcome.

  • For example, he says he didn't take the item, but I did find it in his pocket.

  • Or he does study very hard, even if he doesn't get good grades or, despite it being dangerous.

  • I do love.

  • Nobody finally do can be used in polite imperatives.

  • Now, on Imperative is technically a command.

  • For example, sit down, but in the right context, it can be a suggestion or an invitation, especially between friends.

  • However, using do makes them more polite and more welcoming.

  • It's very British, for example.

  • Do come in.

  • Do sit down.

  • Do have some tea on Dhe.

  • Do tell Mae or the gossip about Lady Smith.

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Why do we sometimes use do in affirmative sentences?

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