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The Preterite Tense - A definition

The preterite tense, also known as the simple past tense, is used in Spanish to describe actions that were completed at a specific point in the past. These actions are seen as having a definite beginning and end. The preterite tense is used to narrate events, tell stories, and recount activities that happened once or on specific occasions.

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When to use the Preterite Tense

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The Preterite Tense in Spanish is used for any of these case scenarios:

  • Completed Actions in the Past

  • Sequential Actions

  • Actions that Occurred a Specific Number of Times

  • Actions that Occurred at a Specific Time

  • Interruptions

  • Sudden Changes in States or Conditions

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