Lezione settimanale 9

When do we use "had better"?

This is not a past form nor a comparison. It usually refers to the immediate future.

It is used to give advice or a warning.

-You'd better tell him what you are going to do.

-You'd better not be late. It's important.

-I think she'd better finish that before she starts anything else.

We can also use 'should' or 'ought to' to give advice but the meaning is slightly different.

We use 'had better' where there is a strong suggestion that the action will be done.

-You ought to apologize. (you may or you may not)

-You had better apologize. ( I think you may)

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