We use the present simple for things that are always true, or happen regularly.
I live in London.
She works in a restaurant.
We don't eat meat.
Jack doesn't wear glasses.
Where do you live?
Does the supermarket open on Sundays?
We often use the present simple with adverbs of frequency or expressions of frequency.
She usually has cereal for breakfast.
I'm never late for work.
We only eat out about once a month.
Present continuous
Is your sister still going out with Adam?
No, they broke up. She isn't going out with anyone now.
The phone's ringing. Can you answer it?
House prices are going up very fast at the moment.
Action and non-action verbs
What are you looking for?
My car keys.
I'll help you in a moment.
But I need them now!
What are you cooking? It smells delicious.
I'm making pasta. Great! I love pasta.
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