Regular and Irregular Verbs: Differences and Examples

Did you know the difference between regular and irregular verbs?

Understanding them is essential, because these verbs shape the way we talk about the past, tell stories, and describe experiences. 

But don’t worry, it’s not as complicated as it sounds! 

In this guide, we’ll talk about their meanings, how to use them, and examples to boost your confidence in everyday conversations.

What are Regular Verbs?

Regular verbs are verbs that follow a consistent pattern when changing from their base form to the past tense and past participle. 

To form both the simple past and past participle, you simply add “-ed” or “-d” to the base verb. 

For example, “play” becomes “played” in both the past and past participle. 

This predictable structure makes regular verbs easier to learn and use, especially for English learners. 

List of Regular Verbs in English

Here’s a list of 50 common regular verbs for strengthen your vocabulary:

What are Irregular Verbs?

Irregular verbs are verbs that do not follow the standard “-ed” pattern when forming their past tense and past participle. 

Instead, their changes are often unique and must be memorized. For example, the verb “go” becomes “went” (past) and “gone” (past participle). 

Irregular verbs are common in English and include many high-frequency words. 

There are different types: some change vowels (e.g., sing → sang → sung), some stay the same (e.g., put → put → put), and others change completely (e.g., buy → bought → bought). 

Mastering irregular verbs is essential for fluency and understanding in both spoken and written English.

List of Irregular Verbs in English

Here’s a list of 50 common irregular verbs for you:

Conclusion

Now that you’ve mastered the basics of regular and irregular verbs, it’s time to put your knowledge into practice. 

Challenge yourself to spot them in books, songs, or your daily chats in English!

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