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Present perfect simple and continuous are used to talk about past actions or states which are still connected to the present.
Present perfect simple and continuous are used to talk about past actions or states which are still connected to the present.
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The ______ simple usually focuses on the result of the activity in some way, and the ______ continuous usually focuses on the activity itself in some way.
The ______ simple usually focuses on the result of the activity in some way, and the ______ continuous usually focuses on the activity itself in some way.
present perfect
We often use for, since and how long with the present perf.
We often use for, since and how long with the present perf.
continuous
Do ______ know the difference between We've painted the room and We've been painting the room?
Do ______ know the difference between We've painted the room and We've been painting the room?
Test what you know with ______ and read the explanation to help you.
Test what you know with ______ and read the explanation to help you.
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Present Perfect Simple
Present Perfect Simple
The present perfect simple describes finished actions that have a present result.
Present Perfect Continuous
Present Perfect Continuous
The present perfect continuous describes actions that started in the past and continue now.
Duration with Present Perfect Continuous
Duration with Present Perfect Continuous
We often use 'for', 'since', and 'how long' to express duration with the present perfect continuous.
Focus of Present Perfect Tense
Focus of Present Perfect Tense
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Present Perfect Tenses
Present Perfect Tenses
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Study Notes
Present Perfect Simple and Continuous
- The present perfect simple and continuous tenses are used to describe past actions or states that still have a connection to the present.
- The present perfect simple focuses on the result or outcome of an action, emphasizing its impact on the present.
- In contrast, the present perfect continuous focuses on the activity itself, highlighting its duration or progression up to the present.
- The prepositions "for", "since", and "how long" are commonly used with the present perfect tense.
- The difference between the present perfect simple and continuous is illustrated in the example sentences "We've painted the room" (emphasizing the completed action) and "We've been painting the room" (emphasizing the ongoing activity).
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