3. Present simple vs. Present continuous
NOW & ALWAYS
Present simple is used to talk about
things we generally do or generally like
or don’t like.
Present continuous is used to talk about
things that happen in the moment of
speaking.
Structure:
Subject + verb to be + verb in –ing +
complement.
I am studying.
Different uses for similar tenses
We use present simple to talk about
routines, habits and timetables in the
future.
Stucture:
Subject + verb in base form +
complement.
I work everyday
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4. Let’s check more examples
༝ We enjoy riding our bikes in the summer.
༝ My cat’s white with brown spots.
༝ My sister’s cleaning her room.
༝ Jane’s eating pasta with her boyfriend.
༝ What are you doing so late?
༝ Where are you going?
༝ Mike’s listening to Kanye West.
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