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How are 'was' and 'were' used correctly?

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'Was' and 'were' are both past tense forms of the verb 'to be,' but they are used in different contexts: - 'Was' is used with singular subjects: - She was at the store yesterday. - He was feeling tired after work. - 'Were' is used with plural subjects and with the pronouns 'you,' 'we,' and 'they' (second...
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'Was' and 'were' are both past tense forms of the verb 'to be,' but they are used in different contexts:

- 'Was' is used with singular subjects:
- She was at the store yesterday.
- He was feeling tired after work.

- 'Were' is used with plural subjects and with the pronouns 'you,' 'we,' and 'they' (second person and plural first and third person):
- They were happy to see their friends.
- We were planning to go on vacation.
- You were supposed to finish your homework.

Additionally, 'were' is used in hypothetical or unreal situations, often in conditional sentences:
- If I were a bird, I would fly around the world.
- If he were taller, he could reach the top shelf.

 

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Was" is used with singular subjects and Were" is used with plural subjects and also with the second person singular (you) She/ He was happy. It was a beautiful day. They were at the park. We were excited about the news. Additionally, "were" is used in the subjunctive mood to...
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  • Was" is used with singular subjects and Were" is used with plural subjects and also with the second person singular (you)

    • She/ He was happy.
    • It was a beautiful day. 
    • They were at the park.
    • We were excited about the news.

Additionally, "were" is used in the subjunctive mood to indicate hypothetical or conditional situations:

  • If I were taller, I could reach the top shelf.
  • I wish I were able to go with you.
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The Difference between Was and Were – MeaningsSo, with 'I' (first person singular) and 'he/she/it' (third-person singular), one can use 'was', whereas with 'we' (first-person plural), 'they' (third-person p
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The Difference between Was and Were – Meanings So, with 'I' (first person singular) and 'he/she/it' (third-person singular), one can use 'was', whereas with 'we' (first-person plural), 'they' (third-person plural) and 'you' (second-person singular/plural), one can use 'were'.
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English and History Teacher with over 4 years' experience

1. 'Was': I was taking a quick shower. 2. 'Were': If Sheela were taking a shower, the door would be shut. They are used in the form of what's present and what's assumed about the future or to do with the past. Hope this clarifies a bit!
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Was- singular Were- plural
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So, with 'I' (first person singular) and 'he/she/it' (third-person singular), one can use 'was', whereas with 'we' (first-person plural), 'they' (third-person plural) and 'you' (second-person singular/plural), one can use 'were'.
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