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verb

were

verb
1
Past tense of "be," used with "you," "we," "they," or plural subjects.
"They were late for the train."
"If I were you, I'd take the offer."

How to Use Were

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe past-tense form of "be" used with plural subjects or "you."

Common mistake

Don't confuse with "we're" (we are) or "weir" (a small dam) — all three sound alike.

Easily confused with

Word Forms

weres plural

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