should

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Indique qu’une action serait une bonne idée ou la bonne chose à faire.

En anglais simple : Used to say that doing something is a good idea or the right thing to do.

• You should get some sleep.
• Should we ask someone for help?
• I should have studied harder for the test.

Comment l'utiliser : should + base verb (You should drink some water.); should have + past participle (I should have brought a coat.)

Synonymes : ought to

Expressions courantes : should rest, should try something, should see someone, should visit someone

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Indique ce que les personnes sont censées faire, notamment dans les règles ou les consignes.

En anglais simple : Used to tell people what they are expected to do, especially in rules or instructions.

• Staff should wear their name badges.
• Applications should arrive before the deadline.
• You should not leave this door open.

Comment l'utiliser : should + base verb (Visitors should sign in at reception.); should be + past participle (Forms should be returned by Friday.)

Synonymes : ought to, be expected to

Expressions courantes : should submit something, should wear something, should report something