Choose Past Tense

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The past tense of "choose" is "chose".

Choose Past Forms - Exercises

These exercises test different forms of the verb CHOOSE and IRREGULAR VERBS

 

This is an irregular verb, so it doesn’t follow the usual "-ed" ending for past tense forms. Instead, it changes its vowel.

Tense

Form

Example

Present

choose

"I choose this option."

Past

chose

"I chose the red dress."

Past Participle

chosen

"They have chosen wisely."

How to Use "Chose" (Past Tense of Choose)

"Chose" is used to describe a decision made in the past. It’s a simple past form, so it doesn’t require auxiliary verbs like "did" or "have."

  • Examples:

    • "She chose the blue shirt yesterday."

    • "We chose to stay at home instead of going out."

    • "After thinking about it, he chose the second option."

Common Mistakes with "Choose" and "Chose"

Many English learners mix up "choose" and "chose" because they look similar. Here’s how to keep them straight:

  • Choose: Present tense

    • Example: "I choose to go for a walk every morning."

  • Chose: Past tense

    • Example: "I chose to walk yesterday."

Examples in Sentences

Decisions Made in the Past:

    • "They chose a different path last time."

    • "He chose not to attend the event."

    • "The team chose a new leader."

FAQ

What is the past tense of "choose"?

The past tense of "choose" is "chose."

What is the difference between "choose" and "chose"?

"Choose" is the present tense form, while "chose" is the past tense form.

Is "choosed" a word?

No, "choosed" is incorrect. Use "chose" for the past tense.

How do I use "chosen" correctly?

"Chosen" is the past participle and is used with "have/has" (e.g., "She has chosen well").

Can I say "I have chose"?

No, the correct form is "I have chosen." 

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