How to Use "Not" to Make Sentences Negative in English

When we want to say something is not true in English, we often use the word "not." Here’s how to make negative sentences easily:

1. Negative Sentences with "to be":

• Structure: Subject + verb "to be" + "not"
• Example: "She is not happy."

2. Negative Sentences with Helping Verbs:

• Structure: Subject + helping verb + "not" + main verb
• Example: "They do not (don't) like ice cream."

3. Negative Sentences with Modal Verbs:

• Structure: Subject + modal verb + "not" + main verb
• Example: "He cannot (can't) swim."

4. Commands:

• Structure: Do not + base form of the verb
• Example: "Do not run in the hall."

Words to Know:

• happy
• like
• swim
• run

Using "not" the right way helps us communicate clearly!