The verb to knit · Conjugation
Past Simple of knit
The answer: knitted
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A finished action at a definite time in the past.
Quick answer
The Past Simple of the verb to knit is knitted.
Example: She knitted a scarf.
Full conjugation in the Past Simple
| Pronoun | Form |
|---|---|
| I | knitted |
| You | knitted |
| He / She / It | knitted |
| We | knitted |
| You (pl.) | knitted |
| They | knitted |
Common mistakes to avoid
1. Saying the k in knit ❌
Knit is said /nɪt/. The same family: knee, knight, knock.
2. Knit or knitted?
Both are accepted in the Past Simple. Knitted is the standard form: She knitted a scarf.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the past tense of knit?+
Knitted (regular, the standard form) or knit (no change, mostly American English, less common).
Is the k in knit silent?+
Yes. Knit is said /nɪt/: the k is silent. The kn- family: knee, knight, knock, knife, know.
Is it knit or crochet?+
To knit, you use two needles. To crochet /ˈkrəʊʃeɪ/, you use one hook. They are different techniques.
What is a knitting needle?+
A knitting needle is one of the two long sticks that you use to knit. A knitting pattern gives you the instructions to knit something.
What is a close-knit family?+
A close-knit family is a family whose members are very close and help each other. Here, knit has a figurative meaning.
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