HAVE BEEN / HAS BEEN / HAD BEEN - Complete English Grammar Lesson with Examples
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The lesson explains the usage of "have been," "has been," and "had been" in English grammar, covering forming sentences, questions, and discussing pronunciation. It also details four key uses of these terms, highlights common areas of confusion like travel experiences, and provides additional information on when to use them after modal verbs and in the third conditional.
Insights
- Understanding the differences between "have been," "has been," and "had been" in English grammar involves various aspects, including subjects, forming sentences, pronunciation, contractions, and specific use cases.
- The term "has been" can be utilized as a noun to describe individuals who were once significant but have lost their importance, fame, or skill, often carrying a derogatory connotation.
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How are "have been," "has been," and "had been" used in English grammar?
They are used to describe different past actions and states.
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Summary
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Mastering "have been," "has been," "had been" in English
- The lesson focuses on clarifying the usage of "have been," "has been," and "had been" in English grammar.
- It begins by explaining which subjects are used with these terms.
- The lesson covers forming positive and negative sentences and questions with these terms.
- Pronunciation and contractions of these words are discussed as an important aspect.
- Four key uses of "have been," "has been," and "had been" are detailed.
- Travel experiences are highlighted as a common area of confusion.
- Describing unfinished states and actions is explained, emphasizing the use of "for" and "since."
- Talking about two past events or actions is demonstrated.
- The passive voice is introduced as another use of these terms.
- Additional information is provided on when to use "have been," "has been," and "had been" after modal verbs and in the third conditional.
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Fading Fame: "Has Been" as a Noun
- "Has been" is used as a noun to describe a person who was once important, famous, or skilled but no longer is, often considered derogatory.
- In the quiz, sentences are presented with gaps to fill using "have been," "has been," or "had been" based on the context, such as using "has been" for singular subjects and uncountable nouns.
