Preterite vs. Imperfect

Front

We use preterite to talk about past events that have a definite ending.

Back

Preterite is used for past events with a definite ending.

Front

"We were telling a story" - preterite or imperfect?

Back

imperfect

Front

"Daniela brought the gift" - preterite or imperfect?

Back

preterite

Front

We use imperfect to talk about past events that are ongoing.

Back

that are ongoing

Front

habitual past action

Back

imperfect

Front

telling what was happening

Back

imperfect

Front

Interrupts the other tense

Back

preterite

Front

Ayer, yo _______ una hamburguesa.

Back

comí

Front

Muchas veces, yo _______ una hamburguesa.

Back

comía

Front

El verano pasado nosotros ________ un viaje.

Back

hicimos