Present Perfect Continuous of Be
Looking for the Present Perfect Continuous of "Be"? On this page you will find the complete present perfect continuous conjugation of "be" across all subject pronouns, with example sentences and notes on usage. Use the search form to look up a different verb or tense.
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Conjugation Table
| Subject | Conjugation |
|---|---|
| I | have been being |
| you | have been being |
| he/she/it | has been being |
| we | have been being |
| they | have been being |
Example Sentences
- I have been being every day. This shows regular habit or routine.
- She has been being often. Third person singular form in action.
- We have been being together. Plural first person perspective.
- They have been being right now. Shows action with multiple subjects.
- You have been being tomorrow. Addresses the listener or second person.
When to Use the Present Perfect Continuous of "be"
Used for actions that started in the past and continue now, with focus on duration.
Form: have/has been + verb-ing. Combines "still happening now" with a focus on duration. Almost always paired with "for / since / how long".
Read the full rule, structure, time markers, and common mistakes on the present perfect continuous grammar page. The table above shows you the specific forms of "be" — the grammar page explains the tense itself for any verb.
Common Mistakes with the Present Perfect Continuous
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Wrong: I have been knowing him for years.
Correct: I have known him for years.
Stative verbs (know, believe, own) don't take continuous forms. -
Wrong: She has been studied for hours.
Correct: She has been studying for hours.
The structure is "have/has been + verb-ing", not past participle.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is "be" a regular or irregular verb?
- "Be" is an irregular verb. It does not follow standard conjugation rules.
- How do I use the present perfect continuous tense?
- Use this tense to express specific time frames and aspects of the verb's action.
- What other verbs are similar?
- Explore the conjugator to find similar verbs and compare their forms.
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