The verb to plan · Conjugation
Past Simple of plan
The answer: planned
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A finished action at a definite time in the past.
Quick answer
The Past Simple of the verb to plan is planned.
Example: We planned the wedding for June.
Full conjugation in the Past Simple
| Pronoun | Form |
|---|---|
| I | planned |
| You | planned |
| He / She / It | planned |
| We | planned |
| You (pl.) | planned |
| They | planned |
Common mistakes to avoid
1. Planed ❌
Plan → planned, with a double n, like stop → stopped. Planed comes from a different verb, plane (to make wood smooth).
2. I plan going ❌
Use plan to + verb: I plan to go to the beach. Plan + -ing is wrong. With on, it is possible: I plan on going to the beach.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the past tense of plan?+
Planned (double n). It is a regular verb, but the consonant is doubled.
Why does planned have a double n?+
A verb of one syllable with a short vowel + one consonant doubles the consonant: plan → planned, stop → stopped.
How do you use plan to?+
Plan to + verb means to intend to do something: I plan to travel this summer.
Is plan also a noun?+
Yes. A plan is an idea of what you will do. Make a plan means to decide how to do something. Stick to the plan means do what you decided.
What is a planner?+
A planner is a book where you write your plans (a thing), or a person who organises events (a job).
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