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The Simple Present

The present simple is a verb tense in English


that is used to describe habitual actions or
universal events.
Uses of the Simple Present

1 Habitual Actions
Describes daily routines or recurring actions.

2 Universal Truths
Expresses scientific facts or constant truths.

3 Comments and Opinions


Used to express thoughts or comments.
Use Cases of the Simple Present

Schedules and Programs Universal Facts Comments and Opinions

To describe To describe To express thoughts


regular schedules scientific facts or or comments.
or programs. universal truths.
Examples of the Simple Present
Positive Statements
"She eats fruit every day."

Negative Statements
"They don't like spicy food."

Questions
"Do you speak Spanish?"

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