What Are Irregular Verbs?

Irregular verbs are like rebellious stars in the grammatical universe. Unlike regular verbs, which follow predictable patterns by adding “-ed” to their past form, irregulars are unique. They have special forms that we need to memorize because they don’t follow the common trail.

How to Recognize Them?

The magic of irregular verbs lies in their transformations in the past and past participle. For example, the verb “go” in the present becomes “went” in the past and “gone” in the past participle. It’s not a common journey; it’s a special adventure!

Why Are They Important?

Understanding irregular verbs is crucial for storytelling and describing experiences. They add color and authenticity to our narratives. By using the correct form of an irregular verb, we can accurately convey the time and nature of the past action.

Captivating Examples:

1. Be (am/is/are): I am happy. (Present) / I was happy. (Past) / They have always been friends. (Past Participle)

2. Eat: She eats apples. (Present) / She ate an apple yesterday. (Past) / They have eaten all the cookies. (Past Participle)

3. Run: He runs every morning. (Present) / He ran a marathon last month. (Past) / She has run five miles today. (Past Participle)

How to Deal with Them?

The best way to tackle the challenge of irregular verbs is to practice and memorize. Create sentences, tell stories, and engage in dialogues to internalize these special forms. As you become familiar, irregular verbs become your allies in creative expression.