Since and For

Front

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

Back

'For' is used to indicate a duration of time (e.g., for two hours), while 'since' is used to indicate a specific point in time (e.g., since 2010).

Front

When do we use 'for' in a sentence?

Back

'For' is used to express the length of time an action has been happening. Example: 'I have lived here for five years.'

Front

When do we use 'since' in a sentence?

Back

'Since' is used to refer to a specific time in the past when an action started. Example: 'I have lived here since 2015.'

Front

Fill in the blank: I have known her ________ a long time.

Back

for

Front

Fill in the blank: He has been working here ________ last year.

Back

since

Front

Fill in the blank: They have been friends ________ childhood.

Back

since

Front

Fill in the blank: She has been studying French ________ three years.

Back

for

Front

Fill in the blank: I haven't seen him ________ last summer.

Back

since

Front

What is an example of using 'for' in a negative sentence?

Back

Example: 'I haven't eaten anything for two days.'

Front

What is an example of using 'since' in a negative sentence?

Back

Example: 'I haven't seen her since last week.'