Irregular Verb Say: say - said - said
The irregular verb say does not form its past tense by adding -ed.
| Base form | Simple past | Past participle |
|---|---|---|
| say | said | said |
How to Use It
- Present: I say.
- Past: Yesterday I said.
- Present perfect: I have said.
Remember
Use the past participle (said) after have, has or had, and in passive sentences. Learn the three forms together: say - said - said.
See also: The Simple Past Tense and The Present Perfect Tense.