Cool MateMeaning of Tense
A grammatical category indicating the time of an action.
In simple words: A form of a verb that shows the time of an action.
Tense in a sentence
- He uses the present tense to describe his daily routine.
- In the past tense, we talk about events that already happened.
- She is learning how to change verb tenses effectively.
How to use Tense
Used to describe the timing of actions in writing and speech. Avoid in casual slang and informal settings.
Grammar pattern
use + tense
Memory hint
Think of 'tense' like a string pulled tight — it connects time and action.
Related words
Collocations with Tense
- past tense
- present tense
- future tense
- perfect tense
- simple tense
Synonyms for Tense
- time form
- verb form
- aspect
Opposites of Tense
- timeless
- ageless
Common mistakes with Tense
- Confused with 'tens' which refers to a number.
- Misuse of present and past tense in sentences.
- Omitting auxiliary verbs when forming tenses.
Tense appears in
Tense in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
زمن
شكل من أشكال الفعل يوضح وقت الفعل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কাল
ক্রিয়ার একটি রূপ যা একটি কাজের সময় দেখায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Zeitform
Eine Verbform, die die Zeit einer Handlung anzeigt.
- SpanishEspañol
Tiempo
Una forma de un verbo que muestra el momento de una acción.
- Persianفارسی
زمان
شکل یک فعل که زمان یک عمل را نشان میدهد.
- FrenchFrançais
Temps
Une forme d'un verbe qui montre le moment d'une action.
- Hindiहिन्दी
काल
क्रिया का एक रूप जो किसी क्रिया के समय को दिखाता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Tempo verbale
Una forma di un verbo che mostra il tempo di un'azione.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Tempo verbal
Uma forma de um verbo que mostra o tempo de uma ação.
- RussianРусский
Время
Форма глагола, показывающая время действия.
- Urduاردو
Tense
A form of a verb that shows the time of an action.
- Chinese中文
时态
动词的一种形式，显示动作的时间。
More words like Tense
- AspectB2
a particular part or feature of a situation, an idea, a problem, etc.; a way in which it may be considered
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Tense
What does Tense mean?
A form of a verb that shows the time of an action.
What is the definition of Tense?
A grammatical category indicating the time of an action.
How do you use Tense in a sentence?
He uses the present tense to describe his daily routine.
Can you give another example of Tense?
In the past tense, we talk about events that already happened.
What are synonyms for Tense?
Common alternatives include time form, verb form, aspect.
What is the opposite of Tense?
Opposite meanings include timeless, ageless.
What words go with Tense?
It commonly pairs with past tense, present tense, future tense, perfect tense, simple tense.
What are common mistakes when using Tense?
Confused with 'tens' which refers to a number. Misuse of present and past tense in sentences. Omitting auxiliary verbs when forming tenses.
How do you pronounce Tense?
US: //tɛns//, UK: //tɛns//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Tense?
Used to describe the timing of actions in writing and speech. Avoid in casual slang and informal settings.
What CEFR level is Tense?
"Tense" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.