Past Perfect

B1 · Intermediate

Lesson video

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Explanation

Qısa izah (AZ)

Yalnız Past Perfect (had + V3): keçmişdə başqa bir keçmiş əməldən əvvəl baş verən hadisə. Bu blokda yalnız Past Perfect nümunələri.

FormaNümunə (had + V3)AZ
müsbətI had already left when he called.zəng edəndə artıq getmişdim
sualHad you finished before 6?saat 6-dan əvvəl qurtarmışdın?
mənfiShe hadn't seen the email yet.hələ məktubu görməmişdi
by the timeBy the time we arrived, it had started.çatanda artıq başlamışdı
never (keçmişdə)I had never tried sushi before that day.o günə qədər heç vaxt …
Past Perfect: had + V3 before / after already / just

Vocabulary

50 söz — ingilis tələffüzü üçün dinlək ikonasına basın; AZ tərcümə üçün düyməyə basın.

brightly adverb /ˈbraɪtli/

In a way that gives off a lot of light or is full of color.

Example: The stars were shining brightly in the night sky.

broad adjective /brɔːd/

wide or large in size or range.

Example: The river is very broad at this point.

broadcast verb /ˈbrɔːdkɑːst/

To send out a program on television or radio.

Example: They will broadcast the football match live on TV tonight.

broccoli noun /ˈbrɒkəli/

A green vegetable with a thick stem and a mass of small, tight flower heads that is eaten cooked or raw.

Example: I had grilled chicken with broccoli and rice for dinner.

brotherhood noun /ˈbrʌðərhʊd/

A close relationship or bond between people, often like that of brothers, or a group of people with shared interests or goals.

Example: The club was built on the values of friendship and brotherhood.

bubble noun /ˈbʌbəl/

A small ball of air or gas in a liquid.

Example: She blew bubbles in her drink with a straw.

buddy noun /ˈbʌdi/

a close friend or someone you spend a lot of time with.

Example: I went to the park with my buddy to play basketball.

builder noun /ˈbɪldɚ/

A person or company that constructs or repairs buildings.

Example: The builder is working on a new house in our neighborhood.

bullet noun /ˈbʊlɪt/

A small, metal object that is fired from a gun.

Example: The police found a bullet on the ground after the shooting.

bulletin noun /ˈbʊlɪtɪn/

A short official announcement or news report about something important.

Example: The school sent out a bulletin to inform parents about the upcoming event.

bump verb /bʌmp/

To hit something or someone by accident.

Example: I bumped into the table and spilled my drink.

bunch noun /bʌntʃ/

A group of things of the same type that are held or tied together, or a group of people.

Example: She gave me a bunch of flowers for my birthday.

burden noun /ˈbɝːdən/

Something difficult or worrying that you are responsible for.

Example: Taking care of his younger siblings was a big burden for him.

bureau noun /ˈbjʊroʊ/

An office or organization that provides information or services.

Example: She went to the travel bureau to ask about holiday packages.

burglar noun /ˈbɝːɡlɚ/

A person who enters a building illegally to steal things.

Example: The police caught the burglar as he was trying to escape from the house.

burst verb /bɜːst/

To break open or apart suddenly, often because of pressure.

Example: The balloon burst when I accidentally sat on it.

bust noun /bʌst/

A sculpture of a person's head, shoulders, and chest.

Example: The museum displayed a marble bust of the famous writer.

butcher noun /ˈbʊtʃəɹ/

A person whose job is to prepare and sell meat.

Example: The butcher cut the meat into small pieces for the customer.

buyer noun /ˈbaɪəɹ/

A person who purchases something, especially goods or services.

Example: The buyer asked if the store could deliver the furniture to her house.

cabbage noun /ˈkæbɪdʒ/

A round vegetable with green, white, or purple leaves that can be eaten cooked or raw.

Example: I bought a fresh cabbage to make a salad for dinner.

cage noun /keɪdʒ/

A structure made of metal bars or wire in which animals or birds are kept.

Example: The bird was singing happily in its cage.

calculate verb /ˈkælkjəˌleɪt/

To find out an amount or number using mathematics.

Example: She needs to calculate how much money she will spend on the trip.

calculation noun /ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃən/

The process of using numbers to find out an amount, price, or value.

Example: She made a quick calculation to figure out how much money she needed.

calf noun /kæf/

The young of a cow or other large animal such as a whale or elephant.

Example: The farmer showed us a newborn calf in the barn.

caller noun /ˈkɔlɚ/

A person who makes a phone call.

Example: The caller asked to speak to the manager.

calm adjective /kɑm/

Relaxed and not worried, angry, or excited.

Example: She stayed calm during the interview and answered all the questions confidently.

calmness noun /ˈkɑmnəs/

the state of being peaceful and quiet, without stress or strong emotions.

Example: She admired his calmness during the stressful meeting.

campsite noun /ˈkæmpˌsaɪt/

A place where people can set up tents or park a caravan to stay outdoors, usually for a short time.

Example: We found a beautiful campsite near the lake for our weekend trip.

cancel verb /ˈkænsəl/

To decide that something that was planned will not happen.

Example: They had to cancel the meeting because the manager was sick.

cancer noun /ˈkænsɚ/

A serious disease in which cells in the body grow in an uncontrolled way, often forming a tumor.

Example: Her father is being treated for cancer at the hospital.

candle noun /ˈkændl̩/

A stick of wax with a string in the middle that you burn to produce light.

Example: She lit a candle because the electricity went out.

canned adjective /kænd/

Preserved in a metal container or can.

Example: I prefer fresh vegetables, but we also have some canned peas in the cupboard.

canteen noun /kænˈtin/

A place in a school, factory, or office where people can buy and eat food or drinks.

Example: We always have lunch together in the school canteen.

capable adjective /ˈkeɪpəbl̩/

Having the ability or qualities needed to do something.

Example: She is capable of solving difficult problems on her own.

capacity noun /kəˈpæsəti/

The amount or number that something can hold or contain.

Example: The stadium has a seating capacity of 50,000 people.

capsule noun /ˈkæpsl̩/

A small container, often made of gelatin, that holds medicine or other substances to be swallowed.

Example: The doctor told me to take one capsule with water every morning.

capture verb /ˈkæptʃɚ/

To catch a person, animal, or object and keep them so they cannot escape.

Example: The police managed to capture the thief after a long chase.

career noun /kəˈrɪr/

A job or series of jobs that someone does for a long time, especially in a particular field.

Example: She is planning to start a career in teaching after finishing her studies.

careless adjective /ˈkɛr.ləs/

Not giving enough attention or thought to what you are doing, so that mistakes are made.

Example: He made a careless mistake on the test because he didn't read the instructions properly.

carelessly adverb /ˈkɛr.ləs.li/

In a way that shows a lack of attention or thought about what you are doing.

Example: She carelessly left her phone on the bus.

cashpoint noun /ˈkæʃ.pɔɪnt/

A machine where you can take out money from your bank account using a card.

Example: I need to stop at the cashpoint to get some money before we go shopping.

casual adjective /ˈkæʒuəl/

Not formal or serious; relaxed and informal.

Example: She prefers to wear casual clothes like jeans and T-shirts.

categorize/categorise verb /ˈkætəɡəraɪz/

To put people or things into groups based on their type, characteristics, or similarities.

Example: The books in the library are categorized by subject to make them easier to find.

category noun /ˈkætəɡəri/

A group of things that are similar in some way.

Example: The books are divided into different categories, such as fiction and non-fiction.

cattle noun /ˈkætəl/

large farm animals, such as cows and bulls, that are kept for their milk, meat, or to work on farms.

Example: The farmer has a large herd of cattle on his farm.

caution noun /ˈkɔːʃən/

care taken to avoid danger or mistakes.

Example: You should use caution when driving in bad weather.

cautious adjective /ˈkɔːʃəs/

Being careful to avoid risks or danger.

Example: She was very cautious when crossing the busy street.

cave noun /keɪv/

A large hole in the side of a hill, cliff, or underground.

Example: We explored a dark cave during our trip to the mountains.

CD-ROM noun /ˌsiːˈdiː ˈrɒm/

A disk that stores large amounts of information, such as text, pictures, or software, and is read by a computer.

Example: The program is available on CD-ROM, so you can install it on your computer.

celebrity noun /səˈlɛbrɪti/

A famous person, especially in entertainment or sports.

Example: The restaurant is popular because many celebrities eat there.

Practice sentences

Əvvəlcə Azərbaycan dilindəki cümləni oxuyun; ingilis dilindəki qarşılığını görmək üçün düyməyə basın.

AZ EN

Biz çıxana qədər yağış yağmağa başlamışdı.

O, məktubu oxumamışdan əvvəl imzalamışdı.

Mən gələndə onlar artıq getmişdilər.

Bu xəbəri eşidəndə şok olmuşdum.

Keçmişdə daha əvvəl baş vermiş əməl üçün uyğundur.

O, imtahandan əvvəl çox çalışmışdı.

Biz görüşə gecikəndə görüş başlamışdı.

Mən onu tanıyanda o, artıq orada işləyirdi.

Bu qərar qəbul ediləndə plan dəyişmişdi.

İki keçmiş nöqtəni müqayisə edir.

Listening

This recording is from British Council.

Reading task

Mətni oxuyun və suallara cavab verin.

Reading: Past Perfect

Last week, I arrived at the airport very early because I wanted to catch my flight. When I arrived, I realized that I had forgotten my passport at home. I was very worried because I had already checked in online. My mother had already called the airline to explain the situation. Luckily, I had packed everything else in my bag. By the time I got back home and returned to the airport, the flight had not left yet. I learned that it is important to check everything before leaving.

Mən evdə nəyi unutmuşdum?

Aviaşirkətə kim zəng etmişdi?

Mən hava limanına qayıdanda reys artıq uçmuşdu?

Writing task

Keçmişdə baş vermiş və tamamlanmış hadisələr haqqında yazın.

Tapşırıq

  • Nə baş vermişdi əvvəl
  • Nə sonra baş verdi
  • “had + past participle” formasını

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Quick quiz

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Before past: “I _____ left when he called.”

Question: “_____ you finished before 6?”

Negative: “She _____ seen the email.”

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