Learning English Grammar Present tenses
Jun 17, 2025
Discover the fascinating world of present tenses through engaging anecdotes and practical examples. Learn how the present simple conveys facts and habits, while the present continuous describes ongoing actions. Dive into the present perfect, exploring terms like 'ever,' 'never,' and 'yet' in relatable contexts. The interactive quiz adds a fun twist, reinforcing your grasp of these essential grammatical structures.
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Use Present Simple Accurately
- Use present simple tense for facts, habits, and truths.
- Form present simple with base verb, adding 's' for he, she, it; use do/does for questions and negatives.
Reading Novels Now
- Finn is sitting in the studio talking and reading a novel on and off.
- Catherine is also reading a novel and enjoying it.
Use Present Continuous Properly
- Use present continuous with am/is/are + verb-ing for temporary activities, things happening now, and future arrangements.
- Example: Finn is taking his wife to dinner tonight.
