Present Continuous Tense - When To Use
          
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We use the Present Continuous Tense to talk about activities happening now.
Examples
The kids are watching TV.
I am sitting down, because I am tired.
I am not learning German, because this is an English class.
Who are you writing to?
We can also use the Present Continuous Tense to talk about activities happening around now, and not necessarily this very moment.
Examples
Sally is studying really hard for her exams this week.
I am reading a really interesting book now.
How are you brushing up on your English for the trip?
We aren't working hard these days.
The Present Continuous Tense is also used to talk about activities happening in the near future, especially for planned future events.
Examples
I am seeing my dentist on Wednesday.
Polly is coming for dinner tomorrow.
Are you doing anything tonight?
We aren't going on holiday next week.
Present Continuous Tense - Practice
What uses of the Present Continuous Tense do these sentences have?
Present Continuous Tense - When To Use Answers.
Present Continuous Tense - When To Use Answers.
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When To Use | Positive Sentences | Negative Sentences | Yes/No Questions | Information Questions | Practice Forming Present Continuous | The ING Forms Of The Verbs | English Action and State verbs | Present Continuous and Present Simple Tenses | Present Continuous Test
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