TOP 5 Regular Verbs

Here is the list of the Top 5 regular verbs in English. This list contains the 5 most commonly used regular verbs.

We also prepared lists of the Top 10, 20, and 50 regular verbs.

Or you may be interested in lists of the TOP 10, 20, 25, 30 and 50 or 100 irregular verbs.

Each row contains an infinitive first, followed by the simple past (V2) form and the past participle (V3) form. For more detail click on the verb in the infinite form.

Regular verbs have the same simple past (V2) and past participle (V3) form, unlike irregular verbs.

The difference between regular and irregular verbs in English

Regular verbs are a distinct aspect of the English language, and they can pose a challenge for non-native speakers to grasp. Unlike regular verbs that follow the standard conjugation rules, irregular verbs do not form the past tense by adding “-ed” to the base form of the verb. Instead, irregular verbs have unique spelling and pronunciation for their past tense and past participle forms. For instance, the base form of the verb “go” transforms into “went” in the past tense and “gone” in the past participle, which does not conform to the standard verb conjugation pattern.

Irregular verbs are commonly used in English, and mastering them is essential for effective communication in the language. One of the best ways to learn them is through practice, utilizing them in context, and memorization. Creating flashcards or other memory aids can be beneficial for language learners to memorize them efficiently. Moreover, comprehending the pronunciation rules of irregular verbs is critical to avoid confusion and miscommunication. Though they may be challenging to learn, irregular verbs are an indispensable part of the English language that enhances the depth and subtlety of communication.

Examples of 5 most common verbs in English

List of TOP 5 regular verbs:

Infinitive	Simple Past	Past Participle
like	liked [laɪkt]	liked [laɪkt]
want	wanted [ˈwɑntʰɪd]	wanted [ˈwɑntʰɪd]
look	looked [lʊkt]	looked [lʊkt]
need	needed [ˈniːdɪd]	needed [ˈniːdɪd]
love	loved [lʌvd]	loved [lʌvd]