Throw Past Tense

Throw Past Forms - Exercises

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

The verb "throw" means to send something into the air using a quick motion of the hand or to hurl or propel an object with force.

Example:

• "I throw the ball to my friend during practice."

• "She throws the paper into the recycling bin."

When referring to past actions, "throw" changes to "threw."

Forms of "Throw"

Examples of "Throw" in Sentences

Past Tense (threw):

1. "He threw the frisbee to his dog at the park."

2. "She threw her hat into the air to celebrate."

3. "They threw a big party for his birthday."

Past Participle (thrown):

1. "He has thrown the same baseball for years."

2. "The papers were thrown everywhere during the windstorm."

3. "She had thrown her backpack into the corner before heading to bed."

Common Mistakes with "Throw"

1. Using "throwed" instead of "threw" or "thrown":

Learners often mistakenly use "throwed" as the past tense or past participle of "throw." The correct forms are "threw"(past) and "thrown" (past participle).

• Incorrect: "He throwed the ball to first base."

• Correct: "He threw the ball to first base."

• Incorrect: "She has throwed the towel into the basket."

• Correct: "She has thrown the towel into the basket."

2. Confusing "threw" with "thrown":

• Use "threw" for simple past actions: Example: "I threw the keys on the counter."

• Use "thrown" with helping verbs like "has," "have," or "had": Example: "I have thrown my jacket over the chair."

3. Confusing "throw" with similar verbs:

Learners sometimes confuse "throw" with verbs like "toss," "drop," or "hurl," which have slightly different meanings.

• Incorrect: "She threw the ball gently into the basket."

• Correct: "She tossed the ball gently into the basket." ("Toss" fits better for a gentle motion.)

• Incorrect: "He threw the glass to the floor by accident."

• Correct: "He dropped the glass to the floor by accident." ("Dropped" is unintentional.)

This lesson focuses on irregular verbs in the Past Simple tense—dive in for more practice! Be sure to explore other Grammar Exercises A1 for more quizzes. Irregular verbs to note: Think, Drive, and Wear

FAQ

What is the past tense of "throw"?

The past tense of "throw" is "threw."

How do I use "threw" in a sentence?

Use "threw" to describe an action of throwing that happened in the past.
Example: "He threw the basketball to his teammate."

What is the past participle of "throw"?

The past participle of "throw" is "thrown."
Example: "She has thrown the ball countless times in practice."

Is "throwed" correct?

No, "throwed" is incorrect. Always use "threw" for the past tense and "thrown" for the past participle.

Can "throw" be used figuratively?

Yes! Example: "She threw away her chance to win," meaning she wasted an opportunity.