Present Simple Verb Form in English - English Verb Tenses

How many ways do you know to use the present simple? The present simple doesn’t just have one or two uses; there are at least eight common uses, and many more special cases. Practice using tenses with a certified English teacher. Learn how: In this lesson, you can learn all about the present simple tense. Beginners can learn simple ways to use this verb tense, and more advanced students can learn about more complex uses of the present simple verb form. See the full version of this lesson with text here: Contents: 1. How to form the present simple 0:41 2. Talking about a regular action 2:23 3. Talking about general truths 3:07 4. Talking about states and situations 4:09 5. Using the present simple with verbs of sensing, feeling, thinking or speaking 5:33 6. Talking about long-lasting situations 6:37 7. Telling jokes or stories in conversational English 9:06 8. Commentary 10:26 9. Talking about future schedules 12:00 You will learn: - How to form the present simple verb tense. - Using the present simple to talk about regular actions. - How to talk about general truths, states and situations using the present simple. - How to describe long-lasting situations with the present simple. - Using verbs of sensing, feeling, thinking or speaking with the present simple. - How to use the present simple to tell jokes or stories in conversational English. - Using the present simple in commentary, e.g. for a sports match. - Using the present simple to talk about future schedules. SUBSCRIBE to continue improving your English! Become an OOE member to see our newest lessons before they’re available to the public, and more! See more of our free English lessons on this page: