Simple Tense Examples

by | Apr 10, 2024 | Verb Tenses

Are you looking for simple tense examples?

Simple tenses are divided into three subtenses: present, past, and future simple. Each simple tense is used to describe actions at different times, such as past, present, or future. 

In this article, you will learn simple tense examples that can help you understand how simple verb tenses function in English grammar.

Simple Verb Tenses

Simple Tense Examples

There are three simple tenses in English:

  1. Present Simple 
  2. Past Simple 
  3. Future Simple 

Present Simple Tense Examples

The present simple tense is easy to use and makes sentences. We use the first form of the verb, which is also known as the base form of the verb. The construction of the positive sentences starts with the subject, followed by the base form of the verb and then the object. 

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Formula

Subject+ base verb + Object.

Examples

  • I study computer science. 
  • We work hard to get there.
  • You write a letter.
  • He reads a book.
  • She cooks food.
  • It works well.
  • They run fast.

Past Simple Tense Examples

In making the past simple tense, we use the past form of the base verb. Positive sentences start with subject followed by past form of the verb. 

Formula

Subject +past verb+ Object.

Examples

  • I went to school.
  • We waited for him. 
  • You wrote a letter.
  • He cooked food.
  • She ate dinner. 
  • It worked.
  • They slept early.

Future Simple Tense Examples

Future simples tense is a verb tense which describes things or actions that will happen in the future. 

To make future simple tense, we use subject + auxiliary verb will/shall followed by present participle. 

Formula

Subject + will/shall + base verb

Examples

  • He will start his work soon. 
  • She will cook dinner for guests tonight.
  • It will work fast.
  • They will play cricket.
  • You will study hard to pass the exam.
  • I will finish my assignment on time.
  • We will complete our project.

Simple Tense Examples FAQs

What is present simple tense?

Present simple is a verb tense that describes ations or state of being happening now in the present time. For example:

  • He does.
  • She does. 
  • It does. 
  • I do.
  • They do.

What is past simple tense?

The past simple is a verb tense used to describe actions that occurred in the past. For example:

  • He did. 
  • She did. 
  • They did.

What is future simple tense?

Future simple is a verb tense that describes an action that will occur in the future. Sentences, he will go to school, she will cook dinner, and they will come to see us, are examples of future simple tense.

I hope this article helped you to learn and understand simple tense examples. 

You can also see our article on helping verbs with examples.

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