Present Perfect Continuous

B1 · Intermediate

Lesson video

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Explanation

Qısa izah (AZ)

Yalnız Present Perfect Continuous (have/has been + -ing): indiyə qədər davam edən və ya təzəlikcə bitən proses — müddət və davam vurğulanır.

TipNümunə (have/has been + -ing)AZ
davam edən prosesI've been learning English for two years.iki ildir öyrənirəm (indiyə qədər)
nə qədər müddətHow long have you been waiting?nə qədər gözləyirsən?
təzəlikcə görünənShe's been crying — her eyes are red.ağlayıb (izlər var)
bütün günWe've been working all day.bütün gün işləyirik
sualHas it been raining?yağış yağırmıdır (davam)?
PPC: How long …? all day / lately since / for

Vocabulary

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

aside adverb /əˈsaɪd/

To one side or out of the way.

Example: She stepped aside to let the children pass.

aspect noun /ˈæsˌpɛkt/

A particular part or feature of a situation, problem, or subject.

Example: One important aspect of learning a language is practicing every day.

assign verb /əˈsaɪn/

to give someone a task or responsibility to do.

Example: The teacher assigned each student a project to complete by next week.

assignment noun /əˈsaɪnmənt/

A piece of work or task that someone is given to do, often as part of their studies or job.

Example: The teacher gave us an assignment to write a story about our weekend.

assist verb /əˈsɪst/

To help someone or make it easier for them to do something.

Example: The teacher asked the students to assist each other with the project.

assistance noun /əˈsɪstəns/

Help or support given to someone.

Example: She asked for assistance with her homework.

associate verb /əˈsoʊʃiˌeɪt/

To connect someone or something in your mind with someone or something else.

Example: Most people associate this brand with high quality.

assume verb /əˈsuːm/

To think that something is true without being certain or having proof.

Example: I assume he will come to the party because he didn’t say he wouldn’t.

athletic adjective /æθˈlɛtɪk/

physically strong, active, and good at sports or physical exercise.

Example: She is very athletic and enjoys playing basketball and running.

Atlantic noun /ətˈlæntɪk/

The ocean that is between Europe and Africa on one side and the Americas on the other.

Example: Many ships cross the Atlantic to travel between Europe and America.

atmosphere noun /ˈætməsfɪə/

The mixture of gases around the Earth or the feeling or mood in a place.

Example: The restaurant had a warm and friendly atmosphere.

atomic adjective /əˈtɒmɪk/

Relating to the energy or structure of atoms.

Example: Scientists are studying atomic energy to find new ways to produce electricity.

attach verb /əˈtætʃ/

To fasten, join, or connect something to something else.

Example: Please attach the file to the email before you send it.

attachment noun /əˈtætʃmənt/

A feeling of strong connection or affection for someone or something.

Example: She feels a strong attachment to her hometown because she grew up there.

attain verb /əˈteɪn/

to succeed in achieving something, especially after working hard for it.

Example: She worked hard to attain her goal of becoming a doctor.

attend verb /əˈtɛnd/

To go to an event, place, or activity.

Example: She decided to attend the meeting to learn more about the project.

attract verb /əˈtrækt/

To make someone or something come closer or show interest.

Example: The city hopes to attract more tourists with its new museum.

attraction noun /əˈtrækʃən/

Something that makes people want to visit a place or be interested in something.

Example: The city’s main attraction is its beautiful old castle.

authority noun /ɔːˈθɒrɪti/ or /əˈθɔːrɪti/

the power or right to give orders, make decisions, or control people.

Example: The teacher has the authority to decide what happens in the classroom.

auxiliary adjective /ɔːɡˈzɪliəri/ or /ɔːɡˈzɪljəri/

giving help or support, especially when the main thing is not available or enough.

Example: The hospital has an auxiliary power supply in case of a blackout.

available adjective /əˈveɪləbl/

If something is available, you can use it or get it.

Example: This book is available at the library.

avenue noun /ˈævənjuː/

A wide street, often with trees on both sides, or a way of approaching something.

Example: They walked down a beautiful avenue lined with tall trees.

aware adjective /əˈwɛɹ/

Knowing about something or having knowledge of a situation or fact.

Example: She was not aware of the changes in the schedule.

awareness noun /əˈwɛɹnəs/

knowledge or understanding of a situation or fact.

Example: She is trying to raise awareness about the importance of recycling.

awesome adjective /ˈɔsəm/

Very good, impressive, or enjoyable.

Example: The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely awesome.

awkward adjective /ˈɔkwɚd/

causing difficulty or feeling uncomfortable or embarrassed.

Example: It was an awkward moment when nobody knew what to say.

babysit verb /ˈbeɪbiˌsɪt/

To take care of someone's child or children for a short time while the parents are away.

Example: I have to babysit my neighbor's kids on Saturday evening.

babysitter noun /ˈbeɪbiˌsɪtɚ/

A person who takes care of children while their parents are away, usually for a short time.

Example: We hired a babysitter to look after the kids while we went to the cinema.

backache noun /ˈbækeɪk/

a pain in your back.

Example: She has a backache from sitting at her desk all day.

backpacker noun /ˈbækˌpækɚ/

A person who travels with a backpack, often on a budget and staying in inexpensive places.

Example: Many backpackers enjoy exploring different countries and meeting new people.

backpacking noun /ˈbækˌpækɪŋ/

The activity of traveling or hiking while carrying your belongings in a backpack, often for pleasure or adventure.

Example: They went backpacking through Europe during their summer vacation.

bacon noun /ˈbeɪkən/

salted or smoked meat from a pig, usually cut into thin slices and eaten cooked.

Example: I had eggs and bacon for breakfast this morning.

baggage noun /ˈbæɡɪdʒ/

the suitcases, bags, and other items a person takes with them when traveling.

Example: She packed her baggage the night before her flight.

baker noun /ˈbeɪkɚ/

A person whose job is to make and sell bread, cakes, and other baked goods.

Example: The baker wakes up early every morning to prepare fresh bread for the shop.

bakery noun /ˈbeɪkɚi/

A place where bread, cakes, and other baked goods are made or sold.

Example: I stopped at the bakery to buy some fresh bread for breakfast.

balance noun /ˈbæləns/

To keep something steady or make things equal in importance or amount.

Example: She tries to balance her studies with her social life.

bald adjective /bɔld/

Having little or no hair on the head.

Example: My uncle is bald, but he says he likes not having to worry about his hair.

bandage verb /ˈbændɪdʒ/

To cover a wound or injured part of the body with a bandage.

Example: The nurse bandaged his leg after he fell.

bank account noun /ˈbæŋk əˌkaʊnt/

An arrangement with a bank where you can keep your money and take it out when you need it.

Example: I opened a bank account to save money for my vacation.

bare adjective /bɛɹ/

not covered by clothes or anything else; empty or without decoration.

Example: She walked on the bare floor without any shoes.

barely adverb /ˈbɛɹli/

almost not or only just.

Example: She was so tired that she could barely keep her eyes open.

bark verb /bɑɹk/

To make a loud, short sound, usually made by a dog.

Example: The dog barked loudly when it saw a stranger.

barman noun /ˈbɑɹmən/

A man who serves drinks at a bar.

Example: The barman prepared a cocktail for the customer.

basement noun /ˈbeɪsmənt/

A room or area in a building that is below ground level.

Example: We keep old furniture and boxes in the basement.

basis noun /ˈbeɪsɪs/

The most important facts, ideas, or reasons that support something.

Example: Trust is the basis of a good friendship.

bathe verb /beɪð/

To wash yourself or someone else in a bath or in water.

Example: She likes to bathe in the sea during the summer.

battle noun /ˈbætəl/

A fight between two groups, often as part of a war or conflict.

Example: The soldiers prepared for a big battle the next day.

beard noun /bɪrd/

Hair that grows on the chin and sides of a man's face.

Example: He decided to grow a beard during the winter.

beast noun /biːst/

A large, dangerous, or frightening animal.

Example: The hunters were scared when they saw the huge beast in the forest.

beat noun /biːt/

A regular, rhythmic unit in music or poetry, often serving as the basic timing element.

Example: The drummer kept a steady beat throughout the entire song.

Practice sentences

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

AZ EN

Səhər səkkizdən bəri işləyirəm.

O, saatlarla gözləyir.

Biz illərdir bu layihə üzərində işləyirik.

Yağış səhərdən bəri yağır.

Niyə belə yorğunsan?

Davam edən əməl və müddət üçün uyğundur.

Mən bu mövzunu öyrənməyə çalışıram.

Onlar bütün gün danışırlar.

Bu səs nə vaxtdan bəri davam edir?

Nəticə indi görünür.

Listening

This recording is from British Council.

Reading task

Mətni oxuyun və suallara cavab verin.

Reading: Present Perfect Continuous

I have been learning English for five years. Recently, I have been practicing speaking every day. I have been reading books and listening to podcasts in English. My teacher says I have been improving a lot. I have also been helping my friends with their homework. Sometimes, I have been feeling tired because I study for many hours, but I enjoy it. Learning a language takes time, and I have been working hard to speak fluently. I hope that soon I will be able to speak English confidently with anyone.

Mən nə qədərdir ingilis dili öyrənirəm?

Son vaxtlar nə edirəm?

Bəzən niyə yorğun oluram?

Writing task

Son bir neçə aydır davam edən fəaliyyətləriniz haqqında yazın.

Tapşırıq

  • Nəyi davamlı etdiyinizi
  • Nə üçün bu fəaliyyəti etdiyinizi
  • “have/has been + ing” formasını

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Quick quiz

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Duration: “I’ve been learning English _____ two years.”

Form: “She _____ working all day.”

How long: “How long _____ you been waiting?”

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