Present Continuous
The present continuous is a verb form used to describe an ongoing action, event that is happening at the current moment or even a future event. It is formed by using the auxiliary verb "to be" in the present tense, followed by the main verb with "-ing" added to the end.
| Positive | Positive Short Form | Negative | Negative Short Form |
|---|---|---|---|
| I am eating | I'm eating | I am not eating | I'm not eating |
| You are walking | You're walking | You are not walking | You're not walking |
| She, he, it is working | She, he, it's working | She, he, it is not working | She, he, it isn't working |
| We are thinking | We're thinking | We are not thinking | We aren't thinking |
| They are running | They're running | They are not running | They aren't running |
Actions currently happening
- He is working at the bar now.
- We are having some problems with the software. Call me later.
- She is eating lunch so she can't talk now.
Future actions
- I'm having dinner with my son tonight.
- You're coming to the party tonight right?
- They are flying to Kenya this weekend.