present perfect
English edit
Noun edit
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I have finished this book. |
- (grammar) A perfect tense that expresses action in the past (usually completed) with consequences in the present time.
Usage notes edit
In English, the present perfect is formed by using the present tense of have with a past participle.
Derived terms edit
Translations edit
tense that expresses action in the past with consequences in the present time
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