 | We can use the present simple to talk about habits (things that we do regularly), facts (things that are always true) or states (facts that are true for a long time). We can use the present continuous to talk about an activity that's happening now, (or around now) or to talk about planned future arrangements.
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| Habits:
We give Helen the rent every month.
She sends the cheque to the landlord.
Facts:
The sun rises in the east.
Brasilia is the capital of Brazil.
States:
They live in a flat together.
Alice doesn't work in a hospital.
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| I/You/We/They
He/She/It | go to the office by bike.
likes swimming. |
| Happening now:
I'm just putting the kettle on.
They're watching TV.
Planned future arrangements:
Helen's studying later tonight.
I'm playing football with my friends on Saturday. |
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I
You/We/They
He/She/It | Verb to be +
am
are
is | verb + ing
waiting for you
studying
chatting | | Note: In spoken English we usually shorten "I am" to "I'm" , "You are" to "You're" etc. |
| To spill the beans (idiom):
To tell a secret
Whoa, easy tiger! (informal):
Take it easy, calm down.
This'll put a smile on your face:
This will make you happy.
No idea (informal, short for "I have no idea"):
I don't know.
Anyone fancy a cuppa? (informal, short for "Does anyone fancy a cup of tea?"):
Would anyone like a cup of tea? |
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