Use to
Use to is a modal verb that shows a past habit or state that is not true anymore. We use use to + base verb (infinitive without to) in the past tense, usually with did or didn’t.
- I used to play soccer when I was a kid. (past habit)
- She didn’t use to like spicy food, but now she does. (past state)
- Did you use to have long hair? (past question)
Be used to
Be used to is an adjective phrase that shows being comfortable or familiar with something. We use be used to + noun or -ing verb in any tense, depending on the verb be.
- He is used to driving on the left side of the road. (present)
- She was used to living alone. (past)
- They will be used to the cold weather soon. (future)
Get used to
Get used to is a verb phrase that shows the process of becoming comfortable or familiar with something. We use get used to + noun or -ing verb in any tense, depending on the verb get.
- It took me a while to get used to his accent. (past)
- She is getting used to her new job. (present)
- They will get used to the noise after a few days. (future)
- I need to get used to waking up early. (-ing verb)
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