Meaning of the word tenses in English

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

tenses

US /ˈtɛnsɪz/
UK /ˈtɛnsɪz/

Plural Noun

forms of a verb that indicate the time, continuance, or completeness of an action or state in relation to the time of speaking

Example:
English has several different tenses, such as past, present, and future.
Learning verb tenses can be challenging for language learners.

Verb

make (a muscle or part of the body) tight, stiff, or rigid

Example:
He tenses his jaw when he's angry.
The sudden noise made her whole body tense.