Lay vs. Lie Flashcardizz

Front

What is the difference between 'lay' and 'lie'?

Back

'Lay' requires a direct object (to place something down), while 'lie' does not require a direct object (to recline).

Front

What is the past tense of 'lie'?

Back

'Lied' is the past tense of 'lie' (to recline).

Front

What is the past participle of 'lay'?

Back

'Laid' is the past participle of 'lay' (to place something down).

Front

Provide an example of 'lay' in a sentence.

Back

I will lay the book on the table.

Front

Provide an example of 'lie' in a sentence.

Back

I like to lie down after a long day.

Front

What is the present participle of 'lie'?

Back

'Lying' is the present participle of 'lie'.

Front

What is the present participle of 'lay'?

Back

'Laying' is the present participle of 'lay'.

Front

When do you use 'laid'?

Back

'Laid' is used as the past tense of 'lay'.

Front

When do you use 'lain'?

Back

'Lain' is the past participle of 'lie'.

Front

What does 'to lay something down' mean?

Back

It means to place something down in a specific position.