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How is the present participle formed in English language?

The present participle in English is formed by adding -ing to the base form of the verb.

Here are some examples:

* Base Form: walk

* Present Participle: walking

* Base Form: sing

* Present Participle: singing

* Base Form: eat

* Present Participle: eating

However, there are some exceptions to this rule:

* Verbs ending in -e: Drop the -e and add -ing.

* Base Form: write

* Present Participle: writing

* Verbs ending in -ie: Change the -ie to -y and add -ing.

* Base Form: lie

* Present Participle: lying

* Verbs ending in a consonant followed by a single vowel and then a consonant: Double the consonant and add -ing.

* Base Form: run

* Present Participle: running

The present participle can be used in various ways:

* As part of a continuous verb tense: "He is walking."

* As an adjective: "The running water."

* As a noun: "The walking dead."

Remember that the present participle can be formed in different ways, depending on the specific verb. It's always a good idea to check a dictionary if you're unsure about the correct form.

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