Master Present Perfect Continuous with Free Practice Exercises
Elementary - Pre-Intermediate
Put the words in the right order to make a sentence in Present Perfect Continuous
He is out of breath.
running has been He
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What is the present perfect continuous in English grammar?
The present perfect continuous is a verb tense used to describe actions or events that started in the past and continue to the present moment. It is formed using the present perfect tense of the verb `to be` (have been or has been) and the present participle (-ing form) of the main verb.
How do I form the present perfect continuous?
To form the present perfect continuous, use the present perfect tense of the verb `to be` (have been or has been) followed by the present participle (-ing form) of the main verb. For example, `I have been studying for two hours`.
When should I use the present perfect continuous?
The present perfect continuous is used to describe actions or events that started in the past and continue up to the present moment. It is often used to describe ongoing actions or states. For example, `I have been living in this city for five years`.
How is the present perfect continuous different from the present perfect and the present continuous?
The present perfect continuous is a combination of the present perfect and the present continuous tenses. It is different from the present perfect because it emphasizes the ongoing nature of the action, and different from the present continuous because it describes a longer duration of time.
Are there any irregular verbs in the present perfect continuous?
No, there are no irregular verbs in the present perfect continuous. All verbs use `have been` or `has been` as the auxiliary verb, followed by the present participle (-ing form) of the main verb.