Verb Tenses
We use this tense when we talk about routines and habits
present simple
for
to continue doing something
keep on
dye
could
We use this tense when we talk about an action in progress in the past (often interrupted by another)
past continuous
This ATM machine is out ___ service. Let's find another one.
of
to invent a story or an excuse
make up
an exercise where one moves heavy objects to build muscle (usually with the arms)
to lift weights / weightlifitng
If you want to enter the museum, you _____ buy a ticket.
must / have to
We use this tense when we talk about an action that started in the past and is relevant to the present, or recently finished
present perfect simple
Shall we ask the waiter ___ the bill?
for
to fix something to a wall or post
put up
a piece of paper you get when you buy something which is a record of your purchase
You ___ possibly be hungry! You´ve just eaten 2 pizzas.
can't
¨used to¨
after
to find information in a list or online (ie: a word in a dictionary, a date, a fact, etc)
look up
an adjectie describing a person who is practical, logical and doesn't act without thinking
sensible
The sky is a bit cloudy, it _____ rain later today.
may / might
present continuous
We are ___ ___ milk, can you please get some at the shop?
out of
to employ staff
take on
a noun describing an elderly person who has retired
pensioner
If you want to do well on this exam, you ____ to study enough.
ought