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When do you use heard and when hear?

Here's a breakdown of "heard" and "hear" with examples:

Heard

* Past tense of "hear": It describes an action that happened in the past.

* Example: "I heard a loud noise outside."

* Example: "She heard the news about the storm."

Hear

* Present tense of "hear": It describes an action happening now.

* Example: "I can hear the birds singing."

* Example: "Can you hear me now?"

* Used in certain expressions:

* Hear from someone: To receive news or communication.

* Hear about something: To be informed of something.

* Hear it said: To be told something, often as a rumor.

Remember:

* "Heard" is for actions that already happened.

* "Hear" is for actions happening now, or for certain expressions.

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