Lay vs. Lie Flashcardizz

Front

What is the difference between 'lay' and 'lie'?

Back

'Lay' requires a direct object (to place something down), while 'lie' does not require a direct object (to recline).

Front

What is the past tense of 'lie'?

Back

'Lied' is the past tense of 'lie' (to recline).

Front

What is the past participle of 'lay'?

Back

'Laid' is the past participle of 'lay' (to place something down).

Front

Provide an example of 'lay' in a sentence.

Back

I will lay the book on the table.

Front

Provide an example of 'lie' in a sentence.

Back

I like to lie down after a long day.

Front

What is the present tense of 'lay'?

Back

'Lay' is the present tense of 'lay' (to place something down).

Front

What is the present tense of 'lie'?

Back

'Lie' is the present tense of 'lie' (to recline).

Front

What is the past tense of 'lay'?

Back

'Laid' is the past tense of 'lay' (to place something down).

Front

In the sentence 'She has (laid, lain) by the pool every day this week,' which word is correct?

Back

'Lain' is correct.

Front

In the sentence 'The man (lies, lays) a deep sorrow over his spirit,' which word is correct?

Back

'Lays' is correct.