5 Tenses Bahasa Inggris Dasar yang Wajib Kamu Kuasai | 5 Menit Auto Jago Ngomong Inggris

Summary

In this video, the presenter introduces the five basic English tenses essential for improving speaking skills: Simple Present, Simple Past, Simple Future, Present Continuous, and Present Perfect. Each tense is explained with clear examples and practical uses, such as talking about facts, habits, past actions, future plans, and actions with ongoing relevance. The video encourages viewers to practice translating sentences and to engage with additional content by subscribing to the channel for more English tips.

Takeaways

• 😀 English has 16 tenses, but you only need to know 5 basic tenses to improve your speaking skills.
• 😀 The first tense, **Simple Present**, is used for facts and habits. The structure is subject + verb (with 's' for he/she/it).
• 😀 In **Simple Present**, no 's' is needed with subjects like I, you, or they, but 's' is added for he, she, or it.
• 😀 Example of **Simple Present**: 'I eat breakfast every day.' (No 's' with 'I'), 'The cafe opens at 7 AM.' (Add 's' for 'the cafe').
• 😀 The second tense, **Simple Past**, is used to describe actions that happened in the past. The structure is subject + verb (past form).
• 😀 In **Simple Past**, verbs can be regular (adding 'ed') or irregular (changing completely).
• 😀 Example of **Simple Past**: 'I walked to the park last night.'
• 😀 The third tense, **Simple Future**, is used to talk about something that will happen in the future. The structure is subject + 'will' + verb.
• 😀 **Simple Future** can also be used to talk about dreams and aspirations, e.g., 'I will become a doctor one day.'
• 😀 The fourth tense, **Present Continuous**, is used to describe actions happening right now or in the near future. The structure is subject + 'to be' + verb-ing.
• 😀 Example of **Present Continuous**: 'I am teaching right now,' and 'You are studying English.'
• 😀 The fifth tense, **Present Perfect**, describes actions that started in the past but have an impact on the present. The structure is subject + 'have/has' + past participle.
• 😀 Example of **Present Perfect**: 'I have eaten this morning,' indicating the action's effect is still relevant.
• 😀 Learning these five basic tenses will improve your English speaking skills and understanding of time-related actions.
• 😀 Don't forget to practice by translating sentences and applying these tenses in daily conversations.

Q & A

What are the five essential tenses to know in English?

The five essential tenses are: Simple Present, Simple Past, Simple Future, Present Continuous, and Present Perfect.

When do you add 's' to verbs in the simple present tense?

You add 's' to verbs in the simple present tense when the subject is 'he', 'she', or 'it'. For subjects like 'I', 'you', or 'they', no 's' is added.

What is the formula for the simple past tense?

The formula for the simple past tense is: Subject + Verb (past form). The verb can be either regular (with '-ed') or irregular (changing entirely).

How do you form the future tense in English?

To form the future tense, use the formula: Subject + will + Verb (base form). It is used to talk about actions that will happen in the future.

What is the function of the present continuous tense?

The present continuous tense is used to describe actions happening right now or actions in progress. The formula is: Subject + To Be (am/is/are) + Verb-ing.

How do you distinguish between regular and irregular verbs in the past tense?

Regular verbs in the past tense end in '-ed', like 'walk' becoming 'walked'. Irregular verbs change form completely, like 'go' becoming 'went'.

Can the simple future tense be used for expressing dreams or ambitions?

Yes, the simple future tense can also be used to express dreams or ambitions, such as 'I will become a doctor one day'.

How does the present perfect tense differ from the simple past tense?

The present perfect tense is used for actions that started in the past and continue to have an effect in the present, whereas the simple past tense describes completed actions in the past with no connection to the present.

What is an example of the simple present tense?

An example of the simple present tense is: 'I eat breakfast every day.' This expresses a habit or routine.

Why is the verb 'go' irregular in the past tense?

The verb 'go' is irregular because its past form changes entirely, from 'go' to 'went'. This is a common characteristic of irregular verbs in English.