Simple present vs Present continuous
What's the difference?
I am making dinner right now. I make dinner at least three times a week.
Which one refers to a routine? Which one refers to an action in progress?
They are swimming at the pool in the park. They usually swim at pool on Tuesdays.
Which one refers to a routine? Which one refers to an action in progress?
He is meeting his friends tomorrow. He meets his friends every weekend.
Which one refers to a routine? Which one refers to an action in the future?
simple present
the present continuous
actions in progress and future plans
frequency, habits, routines
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SIMPLE PRESENT VS CONTINUOUS
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Simple present vs Present continuous
What's the difference?
I am making dinner right now. I make dinner at least three times a week.
Which one refers to a routine? Which one refers to an action in progress?
They are swimming at the pool in the park. They usually swim at pool on Tuesdays.
Which one refers to a routine? Which one refers to an action in progress?
He is meeting his friends tomorrow. He meets his friends every weekend.
Which one refers to a routine? Which one refers to an action in the future?
simple present
the present continuous
actions in progress and future plans
frequency, habits, routines
page 134