Advanced Tags
What Is It?
Advanced Tags refers to less common tag question patterns involving imperatives, suggestions, indefinites, and complex polarity.
C1-C2 reference topic in Questions and Responses.
Why Use It?
- Handle natural conversational tags.
- Recognise tags after unusual subjects.
- Adjust tone and politeness.
Formation and Patterns
| Use | Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Imperative | command + will you/won't you? | Open the window, will you? |
| Let's | Let's + V, shall we? | Let's begin, shall we? |
| Indefinite subject | everyone/someone + plural tag | Everyone is ready, aren't they? |
Common Mistakes
- Using isn't it as a universal tag.
- Forgetting shall we after let's.
- Using a singular gendered tag for everyone or someone when they is natural.
Exceptions & Nuances
- Same-way tags can show interest or surprise: So you passed, did you?