Present Perfect Continuous Tense: What Is It and How to Use It

Learn how to use the present perfect continuous tense with clear examples in this video.

The present perfect continuous tense is essential for describing actions that began in the past and continue into the present. This tense is formed using 'has been' or 'have been' followed by the '-ing' form of a verb.

What is the structure of Present perfect continuous tense?

The structure of Present perfect continuous tense is: Has/Have been + -ing form of the verb

How to use Present perfect continuous tense?

We use the present perfect continuous tense to emphasize the duration or ongoing nature of an action.

Example: "I have been cooking the whole morning". This sentence means that the action of cooking started in the morning and is still ongoing.

The present perfect continuous tense helps convey the persistence of an activity and is particularly useful for highlighting how long something has been happening. By mastering this tense, you can express ongoing actions more accurately and naturally.