The pluperfect is used for an event taking place in the past, before yet another event in the past. It is more commonly called past perfect tense. The word pluperfect derives from the Latin “plus quam perfectum”, “more than perfect”. The word “perfect” in this sense means “completed”; it contrasts with the “imperfect”, which denotes… Continue reading Pluperfect = past perfect tense
The past perfect tense is used to express events that took place before a certain point in the past. It is formed by using the auxiliary verb had and the past participle. For example: write → had written sleep → had slept It is usually not found alone in a sentence, but together with another… Continue reading 10 examples of Past Perfect Tense Sentences
The past simple tense, sometimes also called the preterite, expresses a completed action in the past. In English, it is the basic kind of past tense. The action could have taken place in the recent or distant past, and it does not matter how long it lasted or took place. To help you get better… Continue reading 100 Sentences of Simple Past Tense
One of the most satisfying tasks a foreigner can accomplish is picking out 10 example sentences of the simple past tense in english. This may sound daunting, but it can be done in short order. The following list is a good place to start, and as you read through the plethora of gems, you’ll be… Continue reading 10 Examples of Simple Past tense sentences
Using the third person in English is a common technique that is used to create more interesting stories and dialogues. Whether it’s the first or third person, omniscient or object, there are several different options for using this point of view. Here are some things to keep in mind when writing in the third person.… Continue reading Third Person in English
It’s common for new learners to get confused when it comes to the differences between the different forms of verbs in English. There are five main verb forms – v1, v2, v3, and v5. Here’s a brief overview of the differences between these three verb forms. Top three Verb Forms When you’re learning the English… Continue reading English Verb Forms: V1, V2, V3, V4, V5
