Rewrite the following sentences using had better.

We use had better to give strong advice. Note that had better refers to the present or future.

Form: subject + had better + infinitive without to

We make the negative form by putting not after had better.

• You had better listen to me.
• You had better not listen to him.

1. It is not desirable for you to borrow from him.

2. It is better for you to stop quarrelling with him.

3. It is advisable for him to consult an attorney.

4. I think you should accept that offer.

5. I don’t think that you should mess with him.

6. It is not advisable for you to follow his advice.

7. It is better for you to invest your money in some profitable business.

8. It is better for you to go home before it gets dark.

9. Don’t miss the last bus.

10. It is desirable that you bring your food with you.

11. I would advise you to stop smoking.

12. Don’t listen to her.

Answers

1. You had better not borrow from him.

2. You had better stop quarrelling with him.

3. You had better consult an attorney.

4. You had better accept that offer.

5. You had better not mess with him.

6. You had better not follow his advice.

7. You had better invest your money in some profitable business.

8. You had better go home before it gets dark.

9. You had better not miss the last bus.

10. You had better bring your food with you.

11. You had better stop smoking.

12. You had better not listen to her.

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