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Use of should

It is most commonly used to make recommendations or give advice. Examples: You should speak to him about it. (advice) You should see a doctor. (advice) You should ask a lawyer. (advice) We should invest more in China. (opinion or recommendation) They should do something about this terrible train service. (opinion or recommendation) He should resign. (opinion or recommendation)

It can also be used to express obligation as well as expectation. Examples You really should open a bank account. You shouldn't keep so much money in the house. (obligation and expectation) I really should be in the office by 7:00 AM. (Obligation) By now, they should already be in Dubai. (Expectation)

'Should' expresses a personal opinion and is much weaker and more personal than 'must' or 'have to'. It is often introduced by ' I think'. Examples: I think they should replace him. I don't think they should keep the contract. Do you think I should tell her?

1. Im putting on weight 2. The new cd I bought is scratched 3. I have a terrible headache 4. My eyes are very tired 5. I crashed my car again 6. David didnt return your movies

You should take some aspirin You shouldnt spend so much time in front of the computer You should ask him to give them back

You shouldnt eat so much bread


You should take it back to the shop You should stop to drive

The use of because We use because to give reasons. Example: You should finish the work because our score depends on you. If you put after because the word of, it means culpability. Example: I failed because of you

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