Topic 1: Present, Past, Future Continuous Tense

Core concept

Present continuous tense describes actions happening right now, like 'I am reading' or 'She is playing.'

How it works

Past continuous tense describes actions that were ongoing at a specific time in the past, like 'I was reading when she called.'

Why it matters

Future continuous tense describes actions that will be ongoing at a specific time in the future, like 'I will be reading at 8 PM.'

Key detail

The continuous tense emphasises the ongoing nature of an action, distinguishing it from simple tenses that state completed or habitual actions.