Here are the principal parts of English verbs:
* Base Form: The infinitive form of the verb, usually preceded by "to". (Example: to run, to sing, to eat)
* Past Tense: Indicates an action that occurred in the past. (Example: ran, sang, ate)
* Past Participle: Used in perfect tenses and passive voice. (Example: run, sung, eaten)
* Present Participle: Used in progressive tenses. (Example: running, singing, eating)
Example:
The verb "to run" has the following principle parts:
* Base Form: to run
* Past Tense: ran
* Past Participle: run
* Present Participle: running
Knowing the principal parts of a verb allows you to correctly use the verb in various tenses and forms.