The verb to slide · Conjugation
Past Simple of slide
The answer: slid
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A finished action at a definite time in the past.
Quick answer
The Past Simple of the verb to slide is slid.
Example: He slid down the slope.
Full conjugation in the Past Simple
| Pronoun | Form |
|---|---|
| I | slid |
| You | slid |
| He / She / It | slid |
| We | slid |
| You (pl.) | slid |
| They | slid |
Common mistakes to avoid
1. Slided ❌
Slide is irregular. Slided does not exist. Always say slid: She slid down the hill.
2. Slide: playground or presentation?
A slide can be (1) a slide in a playground, (2) a page in a presentation, (3) a sliding movement. The context tells you which one.
3. Slideing ❌
The -ing form drops the final e: slide → sliding. The same happens with ride → riding and hide → hiding.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the past tense of slide?+
The Past Simple of slide is slid: the long vowel /aɪ/ becomes a short /ɪ/. The past participle is also slid. Slide → slid → slid.
Is it slid or slided?+
Say slid. Slide is irregular, and slided is not correct English. He slid down the slope.
What does slide into DMs mean?+
Slide into someone's DMs is internet slang. It means to send someone a private message on social media, often someone you don't know well. DMs means direct messages. Young people use it a lot.
Is it didn't slide or didn't slid?+
Say didn't slide: He didn't slide on the ice. After didn't, use the base form, slide.
What does a slide mean?+
A slide can be a slide in a playground, a page of a presentation, or a sliding movement. The kids played on the slide.
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