The Present Simple describes habitual actions, general truths, and routines. It uses the base form of the verb, adding ‑s or ‑es for third person singular.
Usage
Use the Present Simple for repeated actions, facts, and things that are generally true. It can also describe scheduled events and give instructions.
Ella va a yoga cada lunes por la mañana.
Form
For most subjects, use the base verb. Add ‑s or ‑es for he, she, and it. Use do or does to make negatives and questions.
Affirmative
The basic pattern is subject + base verb. Add ‑s or ‑es for third person singular to show habit or routine.
Negative
Add do not or does not before the base verb to make negatives. Use does not for he, she, and it.
Question
Start questions with do or does, then add the subject and base verb. Use does for third person singular.
Signal Words
Adverbs like always, usually, often, sometimes, and never commonly appear with the Present Simple to show frequency.
Summary
The Present Simple expresses habits, general truths, and routines. Use the base verb form, add ‑s/‑es for he/she/it, and use do/does for questions and negatives.
Last updated: Fri Oct 24, 2025