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The present tense form of 'emitted' is emit or emits. Example: The speaker emits confidence and authority. (The speaker emits confidence and authority.)
Definition of “emit”
- to release or give off (a substance, sound, or energy)
- to express or communicate (a feeling, quality, or characteristic)
Tense sentence structure and examples:
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Present Simple | emit |
| Present Continuous | emitting |
| Present Perfect | emitted |
Example
The volcano emits lava and ash.
Example
They emit positive vibes.
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The radio is emitting a static noise.
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They are emitting a strong fragrance.
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The machine has emitted a warning signal.
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They have emitted signals of distress.
emit Subject-Verb Agreement
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Subject-verb agreement means that a subject and its verb match. They’re either both plural or both singular. A singular subject takes a singular verb. - Example: The cat is sleeping. A plural subject takes a plural verb. - Example: The cats are sleeping.
| Singular First Person (I) | emit |
| Singular Second Person (You) | emit |
| Singular Third Person (He/She/It) | emits |
| Plural (We/You/They) | emit |
Example
I emit positive energy.
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You emit confidence.
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He emits a strong aroma.
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She emits a calming presence.
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It emits a high-pitched sound.
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We emit light.
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You emit joy.
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They emit warmth.
