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InglésInglés71 views·Updated Jun 26, 2026·2 pages

Understanding 'Would' and 'Used To'

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JUAN SEBASTIAN GUAYAZAN CLAVIJO@_qtbt1g92xeo2p5e08ef

¡Hola! Vamos a explorar cómo expresar hábitos y acciones repetidas...

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of 2
Gould and used to
For present and past habits
Present simple or past simple
DD MM AA
19022021
To talk about presento past ACTIONS or
STATES

Expresando hábitos: Presente simple y pasado simple vs. Used to

El presente simple y el pasado simple son perfectos para describir acciones o estados habituales. Por ejemplo: "When I get home, I watch TV" o "My mother picked me up from school every day".

La estructura used to + infinitivo es ideal cuando quieres enfatizar algo que hacías regularmente en el pasado pero ya no haces en el presente. Esta estructura funciona tanto para acciones como para estados, pero no para acciones únicas del pasado. Puedes usarla en afirmativo: "When I was your age, I used to work on Saturdays", en negativo: "I didn't use to watch TV", o en pregunta: "Did you use to like Math?"

Would + infinitivo también expresa acciones habituales del pasado, pero con una diferencia importante: no puede usarse para estados (como gustar, pensar, creer). Ejemplos correctos serían: "Our English teacher would give us loads of homework" o "My sister would go to the library every afternoon".

¡Importante! Recuerda que "used to" expresa tanto acciones como estados pasados, mientras que "would" solo funciona para acciones o comportamientos repetidos, nunca para estados.

2
of 2
Gould and used to
For present and past habits
Present simple or past simple
DD MM AA
19022021
To talk about presento past ACTIONS or
STATES

Otras formas de expresar hábitos y comportamientos

Will + infinitivo te permite describir acciones o comportamientos típicos en el presente, pero no estados. Por ejemplo: "He will play video games instead of doing his homework" o "We will read the books for the exam". Ten presente que esta estructura no se usa para preguntas en este contexto específico.

El presente continuo y pasado continuo con always son perfectos cuando quieres expresar una queja sobre el comportamiento de alguien. Al decir "He is always arriving late", estás mostrando cierta molestia por esta conducta repetitiva. Otro ejemplo sería: "My classmate was always borrowing my things".

Estas estructuras te dan opciones para expresar matices diferentes sobre hábitos. Con "will" enfatizas comportamientos predecibles, mientras que con el continuo + "always" comunicas cierta frustración o molestia.

Consejo práctico: Usa "will" cuando quieras describir algo que alguien hace típicamente (a veces de forma obstinada), y el continuo + "always" cuando quieras mostrar que algo te molesta.

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InglésInglés71 views·Updated Jun 26, 2026·2 pages

Understanding 'Would' and 'Used To'

J
JUAN SEBASTIAN GUAYAZAN CLAVIJO@_qtbt1g92xeo2p5e08ef

¡Hola! Vamos a explorar cómo expresar hábitos y acciones repetidas en inglés usando diferentes estructuras. Estas formas te ayudarán a describir tus rutinas presentes y pasadas de manera correcta.

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of 2
Gould and used to
For present and past habits
Present simple or past simple
DD MM AA
19022021
To talk about presento past ACTIONS or
STATES

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Expresando hábitos: Presente simple y pasado simple vs. Used to

El presente simple y el pasado simple son perfectos para describir acciones o estados habituales. Por ejemplo: "When I get home, I watch TV" o "My mother picked me up from school every day".

La estructura used to + infinitivo es ideal cuando quieres enfatizar algo que hacías regularmente en el pasado pero ya no haces en el presente. Esta estructura funciona tanto para acciones como para estados, pero no para acciones únicas del pasado. Puedes usarla en afirmativo: "When I was your age, I used to work on Saturdays", en negativo: "I didn't use to watch TV", o en pregunta: "Did you use to like Math?"

Would + infinitivo también expresa acciones habituales del pasado, pero con una diferencia importante: no puede usarse para estados (como gustar, pensar, creer). Ejemplos correctos serían: "Our English teacher would give us loads of homework" o "My sister would go to the library every afternoon".

¡Importante! Recuerda que "used to" expresa tanto acciones como estados pasados, mientras que "would" solo funciona para acciones o comportamientos repetidos, nunca para estados.

2
of 2
Gould and used to
For present and past habits
Present simple or past simple
DD MM AA
19022021
To talk about presento past ACTIONS or
STATES

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Otras formas de expresar hábitos y comportamientos

Will + infinitivo te permite describir acciones o comportamientos típicos en el presente, pero no estados. Por ejemplo: "He will play video games instead of doing his homework" o "We will read the books for the exam". Ten presente que esta estructura no se usa para preguntas en este contexto específico.

El presente continuo y pasado continuo con always son perfectos cuando quieres expresar una queja sobre el comportamiento de alguien. Al decir "He is always arriving late", estás mostrando cierta molestia por esta conducta repetitiva. Otro ejemplo sería: "My classmate was always borrowing my things".

Estas estructuras te dan opciones para expresar matices diferentes sobre hábitos. Con "will" enfatizas comportamientos predecibles, mientras que con el continuo + "always" comunicas cierta frustración o molestia.

Consejo práctico: Usa "will" cuando quieras describir algo que alguien hace típicamente (a veces de forma obstinada), y el continuo + "always" cuando quieras mostrar que algo te molesta.

We thought you’d never ask...

What is the Knowunity AI companion?

Our AI companion is specifically built for the needs of students. Based on the millions of content pieces we have on the platform we can provide truly meaningful and relevant answers to students. But its not only about answers, the companion is even more about guiding students through their daily learning challenges, with personalised study plans, quizzes or content pieces in the chat and 100% personalisation based on the students skills and developments.

Where can I download the Knowunity app?

You can download the app in the Google Play Store and in the Apple App Store.

Is Knowunity really free of charge?

That's right! Enjoy free access to study content, connect with fellow students, and get instant help – all at your fingertips.

Most popular content in Inglés

9

Most popular content

9

Can't find what you're looking for? Explore other subjects.

Students love us — and so will you.

4.6/5App Store
4.7/5Google Play

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan SiOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha KlichAndroid user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

AnnaiOS user