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Lesson & Quiz: Simple Negative Sentences 01

Published on September 18, 2024 | Updated on September 23, 2024

We use “doesn’t” (a contraction of “does not”) in negative sentences with singular third-person subjects (he, she, it)

  • He doesn’t like chocolate.
  • She doesn’t work on weekends.
  • It doesn’t look good.

We use “don’t” (a contraction of “do not”) in negative sentences with subjects like I, you, we, and they

  • I don’t understand what you mean.
  • You don’t need to bring anything.
  • We don’t go to the gym on Sundays.
  • They don’t like spicy food.

Exercise

Simple Present

Write don’t or doesn’t to complete the sentences

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