SIMPLE PRESENT TENSE

Definition : The Simple Present Tense is a verb tense used to express habitual actions, general truths, or events that happen regularly.

 Formula of simple present tense:

- Affirmative Sentences:

   Subject + Verb 1 (s/es for third person singular: he, she, it)

   Example: She eats breakfast every morning.

- Negative Sentences:

  Subject + do/does + not + Verb 1

  Example: He does not (doesn't) play football.

- Interrogative Sentences:

  Do/Does + Subject + Verb 1?

   Example: Do you like ice cream?

Usage of simple present tense :

1. Daily Habits:

   - Example: She goes to school by bus.

   Explanation: Expresses actions done regularly.

2. General Truths:

   - Example: The sun rises in the east.

    Explanation: States scientific facts or universally accepted truths.

3. Scheduled Events:

   - Example: The train leaves at 6 p.m.

   Explanation: Describes events that are planned and scheduled.

Example Sentences of simple present tense :

Affirmative:

  - I read books every weekend.

  - He watches TV every evening.

Negative:

  - They do not (don't) go to the gym.

  - She does not (doesn't) like coffee.

Interrogative:

  - Do you play basketball?

  - Does he live in Jakarta?