should

dovere

Indica che fare qualcosa sarebbe una buona idea o la cosa giusta.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Come si usa: should + base verb (You should drink some water.); should have + past participle (I should have brought a coat.)

Sinonimi: ought to

Espressioni comuni: should rest, should try something, should see someone, should visit someone

dovere

Indica ciò che le persone sono tenute a fare, soprattutto in regole o istruzioni.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Come si usa: should + base verb (Visitors should sign in at reception.); should be + past participle (Forms should be returned by Friday.)

Sinonimi: ought to, be expected to

Espressioni comuni: should submit something, should wear something, should report something