The verb to study · Conjugation
Past Simple of study
The answer: studied
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A finished action at a definite time in the past.
Quick answer
The Past Simple of the verb to study is studied.
Example: I studied math.
Full conjugation in the Past Simple
| Pronoun | Form |
|---|---|
| I | studied |
| You | studied |
| He / She / It | studied |
| We | studied |
| You (pl.) | studied |
| They | studied |
Common mistakes to avoid
1. He studys ❌
A final y after a consonant becomes i: he studies, he studied. The same happens with try and cry.
2. Study or learn?
Study = the action of working on a subject. Learn = to get new knowledge. I studied all evening, and now I know the rules.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the past tense of study?+
The Past Simple is studied. The y becomes i + -ed. It is the same with try → tried.
Is it study or learn?+
Study = the activity, on purpose, often at school. Learn = to get knowledge or a skill. I study for exams. I learn from my mistakes.
What does a study mean?+
A study can be (1) a piece of scientific research, (2) a room for reading and working. It has several meanings.
Is it student or pupil?+
Student = for any level. Pupil = UK, mostly for younger children at school. In the US, student is used for everyone.
What does studious mean?+
Studious (adjective) means hard-working and serious about studying. She is a studious pupil.
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