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Present Simple Passive

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Present Simple Passive is used when we talk about regular actions, facts, or general truths, but the subject receives the action instead of doing it.

Structure: is/are + past participle (V3). Example: The room is cleaned every day.

Why we use the passive

  • We use passive when the action/result is more important than the doer.
  • The doer (agent) is unknown, obvious, or not important.

Form

am/is/are + past participle (The homework is checked.)

When to choose Present Simple Passive

Use it for routines, rules, and facts: “Tennis is played worldwide.”

Practice tip

Write 5 sentences using this grammar point.

💡 Tips

  • Use for habits and facts.
  • Focus on action, not the person.
  • Remember is/are + V3.

Grammar Rules

✅

Positive

Subject + is/are + past participle.
❌

Negative

Subject + is/are not + past participle.
❓

Question

Is/Are + subject + past participle?

Examples

A2
EN"The house is cleaned every day."
habit
A2
EN"Letters are delivered in the morning."
routine
B1
EN"This product is made in Italy."
fact

⚠️ Common Mistakes

❌ Wrong:
The work is finish.
✅ Correct:
The work is finished.
💡 Note:
Use past participle.
❌ Wrong:
The letters are send.
✅ Correct:
The letters are sent.
💡 Note:
Use V3 form.

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The room ____ cleaned every day.

Frequently asked questions

What is Present Simple Passive?
Present Simple Passive is used when we talk about regular actions, facts, or general truths, but the subject receives the action instead of doing it.
How do you form Present Simple Passive?
The key rule: Subject + is/are + past participle.
What are examples of Present Simple Passive?
Example: The house is cleaned every day.

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