Meaning of the word did in English

What does did mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

did

US /dɪd/
UK /dɪd/
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Auxiliary Verb

1.

past simple of do

Example:
I did my homework last night.
She did a great job on the presentation.
2.

used as an auxiliary verb to form the past simple tense of other verbs, especially in questions and negative sentences

Example:
Did you go to the party?
They did not understand the instructions.

Past Participle

1.

past participle of do (less common, usually 'done')

Example:
He had did all he could.
The work was did quickly.

Past Tense

1.

past tense of do

Example:
He did not want to go.
We did everything we could.
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