Present Continuous is not a mystery at all. But for those who are at a loss, let's take a closer look.
Usage
These are the main rules for using Present Continuous:
- Action going on at the present moment.
'You are talking nonsense.'
- When there are two action one of which is in process (Present Continuos) the other is a habitual action (Present Simple).
'I never talk when I'm working.'
- Future action as something fixed.
'He is coming tomorrow.'
- Continual process usually with the words always, constantly, ever, etc.
'The Earth is always moving.'
'She is always complaining.'
Formation
Affirmative
'I'm writing a letter.'
Negative
'I'm not writing a letter.'
Question
'Am I writing a letter?'