Past Simple Tense There are many different forms we can use to talk about the past, but most of the time we use past simple tense. How Do We Make The Past Simple Tense? Take a look at the following table:auxiliary + base verb form or past verb formdidHere are some more examples of base and past forms …
Present Continuous Tense
How Do We Use The Present Continuous Tense? The present continuous tense is used for the following reasons:Action happening in the present or around the current time. Action that will take place in the future.Action Happening in the PresentLook at the table for an action that is happening in the …
Contractions
Contractions When we are speaking in English, we will often connect the subject of the sentence and the first auxiliary verb by connecting them with a contraction. We usually use contractions when we are speaking or writing informally. Do not use them when speaking or writing formally.I have been I’ve beenWe have …
Linking Intransitive and Transitive Verbs
Linking, Intransitive and Transitive Verbs Study the following terms. These are the three types of verbs:transitive verbs intransitive verbs linking verbsAll verbs must have a subject (the person or thing that the sentence is about). Whether or not they have an object (the action that the person or thing in the …
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Nouns that are both Countable and Uncountable and Measure Words
Nouns that are both Countable and Uncountable Nouns are made countable or uncountable based on the context that they are used. When used as an uncountable noun, the word is used as a general idea. When used as a countable noun, the word is used for a specific item. A few examples are fatty meats, two coffees, and muddy …
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Non-count (Uncountable) Nouns
Non-count (Uncountable) Nouns Explanation Non-count, or uncountable nouns, are more complex than countable nouns because you cannot add -s or -es at the end of the word to make them plural. Instead, you must have a container word. As an example, if you wanted to count tea, you would say, “I have three cups of tea.” Tea is a …