causatives
/ˈkɔzətɪvz/
noun
- In grammar, verbs or structures that show that a person or thing causes something to happen (e.g., 'have', 'make', 'get' in sentences like 'I had him fix the car').
- The teacher explained that causatives can change the meaning of a sentence depending on which verb you choose.
- Learning to use causatives correctly helps you sound more natural when asking for favors.
- In English, causatives like 'make' and 'have' are used to talk about getting someone else to do something.