Present Perfect Continuous

Question 1

Use - Present Perfect Continuous

Answer 1

• actions started in the past and continuing up to the present
• past actions of certain duration having visible results or effects in the present
• actions expressing anger, irritation, annoyance, explanation or criticism
• emphasis on duration (usually with for, since or how long)

Question 2

Form - Present Perfect Continuous

Answer 2

have/has + been + infinitive + -ing

Question 3

Example - Present Perfect Continuous

Answer 3

He’s been writing a letter for two hours.

She’s been crying

Who has been using my hairbrush?

They have been speaking jn his office for the last hour.