Language
English
Level
A0
Unit
Basic tense signals
Practice types
0

What this grammar point covers

Present signal words often indicate routines, facts, or current situations.

When to use it

Use these words to anchor present-time meaning in basic statements and questions.

Key forms

  • now
  • today
  • usually
  • always
  • often
  • sometimes

Examples

I usually walk to school.

She is busy today.

They often eat at home.

Are you free now?

Tips

  • Signal words help listeners understand time quickly.
  • Keep beginner sentences short: subject + helper/main verb + time word.
  • Practice frequent words first: now, today, always.

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