Present Simple &

Present progressive ( continuous)

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Present Simple

When we use it?

we use it with fact or things that are true in general or habits or routines.

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I play tennis.He plays tennis.

Examples: the café opens at 7.30 in the morning. I usually go away at weekend.

Present progressive ( continuous)

When we use it?

we use it for action occurring now or for a temporary situation.

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Please don’t make so noise. I'm trying to work.I’m reading a really good book now

Examples: I’m working now. He is playing football at this moment.