The verb “draw” means to produce a picture by making lines, to pull something, or to move something in a certain way. It has three key forms: draw (base form), drew (past simple), and drawn (past participle). The past participle “drawn” is used with auxiliary verbs like “has,” “have,” or “had” in perfect tenses, or after words like “been” in passive voice.
Usage Rules
- Use draw for present tense (I draw a cat).
- Use drew for past tense (Yesterday, I drew a cat).
- Use drawn for perfect tenses or passive voice (I have drawn a cat; The picture was drawn by me).
- Follow subject-verb agreement rules (He draws; They draw).
- Use appropriate time expressions for each tense (now, yesterday, already).
Example Sentences
| Form | English Example | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Base (draw) | I draw a picture every day. | Present habit/action |
| Past (drew) | She drew a beautiful landscape. | Simple past event |
| Past Participle (drawn) | They have drawn a new map. | Present perfect tense |
| Passive (drawn) | The portrait was drawn by an artist. | Passive voice |
Complete the sentence: "The portrait was ___ by an artist." (It — draw)
drawn
"Drawn" is used in the passive voice with "was" (The portrait was drawn).
Complete the sentence: "Yesterday, she ___ a portrait." (She — draw)
drew
"Drew" is the simple past form used for actions completed in the past (Yesterday, she drew a portrait).
Tips for Learners
- Memorize the three forms: draw — drew — drawn.
- Remember that “drawn” is never used alone; it always follows an auxiliary verb (has/have/had/been).
- Practice using “draw” in different contexts: art, pulling, moving.
- Pay attention to irregular spelling changes (drew, drawn).
- Use time words to help choose the correct tense (yesterday, already, every day).
Flashcards (1 of 4)
- Form: Base (draw)
- Meaning: Present habit/action
- English Example: I draw a picture every day.
Last updated: Wed Jun 18, 2025
