Simple Present Tense Uses – Infographic
We use the simple present tense in the following situations:
- General Truths and Facts:
- The Earth orbits the Sun.
- Water boils at 100°C.
- Habits and Routines:
- She goes to the gym every morning.
- I brush my teeth twice a day.
- Permanent Situations and States:
- He lives in New York.
- The store opens at 9 AM.
- Scheduled Events (Timetables, Programs):
- The train leaves at 6 PM.
- The movie starts at 8 o’clock.
- Feelings, Emotions, and Opinions:
- I like chocolate.
- She hates cold weather.
- Instructions and Directions:
- You take the first left, then go straight.
- Press the button and the machine starts.
- Newspaper Headlines (for dramatic effect):
- “President announces new policy.”
- “Team wins championship.”
- Future Meaning (In Subordinate Clauses with Time Expressions):
- I will call you when he arrives.
- We will go out after it stops raining.
Simple Present Tense Uses – Infographic
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