We make suggestions when we want to give someone an idea, advice, or propose a possible action.
A. Common Ways of Making Suggestions
| Expression | Example |
|---|---|
| Let’s + infinitive | Let’s study together. |
| Why don’t we + infinitive? | Why don’t we go to the library? |
| How about + noun / verb-ing? | How about watching a film? |
| What about + noun / verb-ing? | What about taking a break? |
| Shall we + infinitive? | Shall we start now? |
| We could + infinitive | We could ask the teacher for help. |
| Why not + infinitive? | Why not join the school club? |
| I suggest + verb-ing / that + clause | I suggest studying harder. |
| You could + infinitive | You could revise your lessons. |
2. Important Grammar Structures
1. Let’s + infinitive
Let’s + base verb
- Let’s go to the library.
- Let’s work together.
- Let’s start the project.
2. Why don’t we + infinitive?
Why don’t we + base verb?
- Why don’t we study together?
- Why don’t we ask the teacher?
3. How/What about + noun or verb-ing?
How about / What about + noun?
How about / What about + verb-ing?
- How about a cup of tea?
- What about going to the cinema?
- How about studying together?
4. Shall we + infinitive?
Shall we + base verb?
- Shall we start the lesson?
- Shall we meet tomorrow?
5. Why not + infinitive?
Why not + base verb?
- Why not try again?
- Why not join the competition?
6. Could + infinitive
Subject + could + base verb
- We could visit the museum.
- You could talk to your teacher.
