Say it Right in English
Suggest and Recommend
Master the correct use of “suggest” and “recommend” in English grammar with this in-depth ESL lesson! These commonly used verbs often confuse learners because they follow special sentence patterns. This video clearly explains how to use them correctly—and avoid common mistakes. Learn the three main structures: suggest/recommend + noun (We recommend Dr. Lee)
suggest/recommend + verb (-ing) (We recommend seeing Dr. Lee)
suggest/recommend + that + subject + base verb (We recommend that he see Dr. Lee) You’ll also discover why sentences like “I suggested her to try…” or “I recommend him to go…” are incorrect, and how to fix them. The lesson expands to include related verbs like insist, demand, advise, ask, expect, urge, tell, order, and force, explaining how their grammar patterns differ. Perfect for ESL learners, this video improves your sentence structure, verb patterns, and overall fluency, with clear explanations, examples, and practice exercises.
Topics covered:
Suggest vs. recommend grammar rules Gerunds vs. infinitives vs. “that” clauses
Common ESL mistakes and corrections
Related verb patterns in English Ideal for intermediate and advanced learners who want to speak and write accurate, natural English.
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