catch
Irregular Level A1 ⭐ #43 Most CommonEnglish translation: to capture / to intercept / to board
Present Simple
Catching.
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| I | catch | |
| you | catch | |
| he/she/it | catches | |
| we | catch | |
| they | catch |
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Frequently Asked Questions: CATCH
Is "catch" a regular or irregular verb in English? ▾
"catch" is classified as a Irregular verb in English. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "catch / caught / caught". Irregular past simple and past participle: caught (pronounced /kɔːt/). Used for catching balls, catching colds ('catch a cold'), or catching trains ('catch the train').
What does "catch" mean in English? ▾
In English, "catch" translates primarily to "to capture / to intercept / to board". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "catch"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "He catched the fish yesterday" instead of "He caught the fish yesterday". Why? Catch is irregular: caught.
What are common idioms or expressions with "catch"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Catch someone red-handed" which means "To catch someone in the act of doing wrong" (e.g. "The thief was caught red-handed.").
How can I practice and memorize "catch" conjugations? ▾
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