Tenses indicate time of actions or states from "summary" of Basic English Grammar For Dummies - UK by Geraldine Woods
As you know, tenses are essential parts of English grammar. They help you indicate the time of actions or states in your sentences. Knowing how to use tenses correctly can make your writing clearer and more precise. There are three primary tenses in English: past, present, and future. Each tense has different forms that you use to show when an action or state occurred or will occur. For example, the past tense is used to talk about actions or states that happened in the past.
The present tense, on the other hand, is used to talk about actions or states that are happening now or are generally true. And the future tense is used to talk about actions or states that will happen in the future.
Understanding how to use these tenses correctly can help you convey your ideas more effectively. By choosing the right tense, you can give your writing a sense of clarity and coherence.
In addition to the three primary tenses, there are also other tenses that you can use to express more specific meanings. For example, the present perfect tense is used to talk about actions or states that started in the past and continue into the present.
The past perfect tense is used to talk about actions or states that were completed before a certain point in the past. And the future perfect tense is used to talk about actions or states that will be completed by a certain point in the future.
By understanding how these tenses work and practicing using them in your writing, you can improve your English language skills and communicate more effectively with others.
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