It is often replaced with more polite alternatives like the conditional. Keep in mind that the imperative is a very direct way to give an order. Unlike the other moods, the imperative is not divided into tenses. It is one of four moods in the French language. You may recognize the imperative from commands such as 'Ecoutez' or 'Répétez'. The imperative, ( l'impératif in French) is used to give commands, orders, or express wishes, like 'Stop!', 'Listen!'
