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The Past Simple Tense

An introduction to the past simple tense . Learn
about its definition, verb conjugations, main uses, example sentences, irregular
verbs, and recommendations for proper usage.
The Definition of Past Simple
The past simple tense is used to express completed actions or states that occurred in the past. It is typically formed
by adding "-ed" to regular verbs and using specific forms for irregular verbs.
Conjugating Verbs in Past Simple
Regular Verbs Irregular Verbs
Add "-ed" to the base form of the verb to Irregular verbs have unique past simple
create the past simple form. forms that do not follow a specific pattern.

Example:
Regular verb: walk/walked. Irregular verb: go/went.
Main Uses of Past Simple
1 Past Actions 2 Habits and Routines
Describing completed actions that Discussing actions that were regularly
happened at a specific time in the past. performed in the past.

3 Past States or Conditions

Talking about states or conditions that existed in the past.
Example Sentences in Past Simple
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
I visited my grandparents last She didn't like the movie. Did you go to the party?
weekend.
Irregular Verbs in Past Simple

While most verbs in English form their past simple tense by adding "-ed" to the
base form, irregular verbs have unique forms. Some common irregular verbs
include: be, have, do, go, and see.
Recommendations for Using Past
Simple Correctly
1 Use Time Expressions
Include time expressions like yesterday, last week, or in 1990 for clarity.

2 Pay Attention to Irregular Verbs

Learn and memorize the past simple forms of common irregular verbs.

3 Practice with Exercises

Complete exercises and use past simple tense in context to reinforce understanding.
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