Monday, 9 April 2012

present progressive or continuous tense - grammar rules


We use the present progressive tense:
1. When somebody is doing something at this moment.
  • Sarah is changing her clothes right now.
  • Her boyfriend is waiting for her.
  • We are learning the progressive tense in English.
2. When something is happening at this moment. When the action has started but hasn't finished.
  • It is snowing at the moment.
  • The economy is growing at an exponential rate.
  • The children are sleeping, so please be quiet.
3. To talk about something that is happening around the time of speaking but not necessarily at that exact moment.
  • Alfredo is studying a lot for his exam.
  • I'm reading a great book. (not necessary right at this moment)
  • We are planning a trip to Jamaica.

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