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present simple
Pozhidaev Maxim English Grammar Lessons
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The present simple is used to talk about actions we see as long term or permanent. It is very common and very important.
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In these examples, we are talking about regular actions or events.
I drive to work every day. She doesn't come very often. The games usually start at 8.00 in the evening. What do you usually have for breakfast?
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In these examples, we are talking about facts.
Water freezes at 0° C or 32° F. I have three children. What does this word mean? I don't have any of my original teeth left.
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In these examples, we are talking about future facts, usually found in a timetable or a chart.
The plane leaves at 5.00 tomorrow morning. Christmas Day falls on a Sunday this year. Ramadan doesn't begin for another 2 weeks. Does the class begin this week or next?
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In these examples, we are talking about our thoughts and feelings at the time of speaking. Notice that, although these feelings can be short-term, we use the present simple and not the present continuous.
I think you are wrong. She doesn't want to do it. They don't agree with us. Do you understand what I am trying to say.
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