Present continuos

Present continuos

( -ing )

work made by:Beatriz Francisco Mikaelle Froeming João Freitas Simão Reis

what are we going to talk about?

-what is the present continous -how do we know when is present or past continous -examples -little quiz -conclusion

what is the present continous (ing)?

The present continuous (also called the present progressive) is a verb tense used to describe actions that are happening right now, around the current time, or temporary situations. It can also be used to talk about future arrangements.

how do we know when is present or past continous (ing)?

1. present continous talks about the present and past continous talks about the past 2.structure: present c: subject + am/is/are + verb with -ing past c: subject + was/were + verb with -ing

Examples:

I am eating lunch. (happening now) She is studying for her exam. (happening now) They are working on a project. (around this time)

Here is a little quiz to know if you were really paying attention

Conclusions

In short, the Present Continuous is a fundamental verb tense in the English language, used to express actions that are currently taking place, temporary situations, future plans, and ongoing changes. Its structure is formed by the auxiliary verb am/is/are followed by the main verb with the -ing ending. Understanding and knowing how to use the Present Continuous correctly is essential for clear and effective communication in English, especially in everyday conversations. By practicing this verb tense, students develop greater fluency and can describe situations more accurately and naturally. Therefore, studying the Present Continuous contributes significantly to English language proficiency and should be practiced regularly for its correct use.

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