FOR vs. SINCE

Front

What is the difference between 'for' and 'since'?

Back

'For' is used to indicate a duration of time, while 'since' is used to indicate a specific point in time when an action started.

Front

When do you use 'for'?

Back

'For' is used with a period of time (e.g., for two hours, for five years).

Front

When do you use 'since'?

Back

'Since' is used with a specific date or time (e.g., since 2010, since 8 o'clock).

Front

Complete the sentence: I've known her ... December.

Back

since

Front

Complete the sentence: Liz has studied English ... five years.

Back

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Front

Complete the sentence: I have been waiting ... 4 o'clock.

Back

since

Front

Complete the sentence: I've known her ... a long time.

Back

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Front

Complete the sentence: I have lived here ... 2015.

Back

since

Front

Complete the sentence: We have been friends ... many years.

Back

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Front

Complete the sentence: He has worked here ... last summer.

Back

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