Present simple negative exercises

Making negative sentences in the present simple (present indefinite) with all verbs.

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How do we form a negation in the present simple tense? We add an auxiliary verb “do not”, or “does not” for the 3d person singular before the main verb. The main verb doesn’t change: it remains in its infinitive form. The online exercises on this page will provide you with the necessary practice of making negative sentences in the present simple. Recommended for beginners. If you are not sure how to conjugate verbs in the simple present, we suggest studying “Present simple positive” first. You can find the links in the related topics block.