Notes on Present Simple Tense

Introduction

• Instructor: Esther
• Topic: Present Simple Tense
• Objective: Understand how and when to use the present simple tense.

Uses of Present Simple Tense

1. Facts, Truths, and Generalizations

• Used to express facts and truths that don't change.
• Examples:
  • The Sun is bright. (Fact)
  • Pigs don't fly. (Fact)
  • Cats are better than dogs. (Generalization)
  • It's cold in winter. (Truth for many people)

2. Habits and Routines

• Used for actions that happen regularly.
• Examples:

  • I always eat lunch at noon.

  • You play games every day.

  • Seth starts work at 9:00 a.m. daily.

    • Note: Add ‘s’ or ‘es’ for he/she/it subjects (e.g., Seth starts).

  • They study English every Monday.

3. Non-Continuous Verbs (Stative Verbs)

• Used for verbs that express thoughts, feelings, and senses.
• Examples:
  • I love my mom.
  • It smells good.
  • Kelly feels happy.
  • They need help.

4. Near Future Events

• Present simple can indicate something happening soon.
• Examples:
  • I have class at 6 p.m.
  • Lisa arrives on Sunday.
  • We start work soon.
  • My students come tomorrow.

5. Negative Forms

• Negative usage with ‘do not’ and ‘does not’.
• Examples:
  • Mike eats bread. -> Mike doesn’t eat bread.
  • You swim well. -> You don’t swim well.

6. Question Forms

• Forming questions with ‘do’ or ‘does’.
• Examples:
  • They live here. -> Do they live here?
  • He plays soccer. -> Does he play soccer?

Conclusion

• Mastery of the present simple tense requires practice.
• Encouragement to view additional resources.
• Thank you for participating!