The verb to cast · Conjugation
Past Simple of cast
The answer: cast
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A finished action at a definite time in the past.
Quick answer
The Past Simple of the verb to cast is cast.
Example: He cast the line into the river.
Full conjugation in the Past Simple
| Pronoun | Form |
|---|---|
| I | cast |
| You | cast |
| He / She / It | cast |
| We | cast |
| You (pl.) | cast |
| They | cast |
Common mistakes to avoid
1. Casted ❌
Cast does not change: cast → cast → cast. It is like cut, put, hit and broadcast.
2. Cast has many meanings
Cast a vote (to vote), cast a spell (to use magic), cast an actor (to choose an actor for a role), cast a fishing line (to throw it into the water).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the past tense of cast?+
The Past Simple of cast is cast: it does not change. It is in the family of cut, put, hit, let, set and broadcast.
What does cast a spell mean in English?+
Cast a spell means to use magic on someone or something. The verb cast means to throw, often in a figurative way. You see it a lot in Harry Potter.
What does cast mean in films?+
The noun a cast is all the actors in a film. The verb cast means to choose an actor for a role: The director cast her as the lead.
Is casted correct?+
Cast is irregular and does not change. Casted exists, but most people think it is wrong. Use cast.
What does cast iron mean?+
Cast iron is a hard metal made in a shape. A cast-iron pan is a heavy metal pan. It is also a figurative adjective: a cast-iron promise is a promise you can be sure of.
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