Used to + infinitive

used to ride

Used to + infinitive

We use used to + infinitive to describe habitual past actions.

  • I used to ride my bicycle to school.
  • I didn't use to catch the bus.

We also use used to + infinitive to describe past states.

  • He used to believe in Santa Claus when he was very young.
  • She didn't use to have straight hair. Her hair used to be curly.

We use use to + infinitive with the auxiliary did/didn't in a question or negative statement.

  • A: Did you use to play basketball?
  • B: Yes, I did. / No, I didn't.
  • I didn't use to like spinach. Did you?

1. Used to for past actions and states.

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2. Word order.

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3. Questions forms.

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4. Correct or incorrect.

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5. Missing words.

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