Conjugation of "Grant" — All Forms, Examples, and Usage
To give, allow, or agree to provide something requested.
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All 12 Tenses of "Grant"
Quick reference table — every tense form of "grant" with the first-person example and a link to the grammar guide for that tense.
| Tense | Example (I) | Quick rule |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Present | I grant |
Used for habits, facts, routines, and permanent situations. Full rule → |
| Simple Past | I granted |
Used for completed actions at a specific time in the past. Full rule → |
| Simple Future | I will grant |
Used for predictions, decisions made at the moment, and promises. Full rule → |
| Present Continuous | I am granting |
Used for actions happening right now or temporary situations. Full rule → |
| Past Continuous | I was granting |
Used for actions in progress at a specific moment in the past. Full rule → |
| Future Continuous | I will be granting |
Used for actions that will be in progress at a specific future time. Full rule → |
| Present Perfect | I have granted |
Used for past actions with present relevance, life experiences, or unfinished situations. Full rule → |
| Past Perfect | I had granted |
Used for an action that was completed before another past action. Full rule → |
| Future Perfect | I will have granted |
Used for an action that will be completed before a specific future time. Full rule → |
| Present Perfect Continuous | I have been granting |
Used for actions that started in the past and continue now, with focus on duration. Full rule → |
| Past Perfect Continuous | I had been granting |
Used for ongoing actions in the past that continued up to another past moment. Full rule → |
| Future Perfect Continuous | I will have been granting |
Used for actions that will have been ongoing up until a specific future time. Full rule → |
Past Tense of "Grant" — Granted
The past simple of "grant" is "granted" — formed by adding "-ed". Use it for actions that were completed at a specific time in the past, such as "yesterday", "last week", or "in 2020". For the full grammar of this tense, see our simple past tense guide.
- The government granted him permission to build a new house on the land. B2
Past Participle of "Grant" — Granted
The past participle of "grant" is "granted" — the same form as the past simple, since "grant" is a regular verb. Use it after "have/has/had" for perfect tenses ("I have granted") and after "be" for passive voice ("It was granted").
- The government granted him permission to build a new house on the land. B2
Is "Grant" Regular or Irregular?
"Grant" is a regular English verb. Its past simple and past participle are both formed by adding "-ed" to give "granted". The 3rd-person singular present is "grants" and the gerund/present participle is "granting".
Conjugation pattern: regular -ed
How to Pronounce "Grant" and Its Forms
Grant: /ɡrænt/ — Stress pattern: O
Pronounced like 'graunt' with short 'a' sound. Do not rhyme with 'pant'; use the short vowel.
Common mispronunciation of "grant"
Sometimes mispronounced with a long 'a' sound like 'graahnt'; use short 'a'.
How to Use "Grant" — Common Grammar Patterns
Use in formal or official contexts. Subject is typically an authority. Object is what is being granted.
S + V + O (object)S + V + O + infinitive clause
Example Sentences with "Grant" in Different Tenses
- Simple Past: The government granted him permission to build a new house on the land. B2
- Simple Future: The university will grant a degree to graduates in June. B1
Common Collocations with "Grant"
- grant permission
- grant access
- grant a visa
- grant funding
- grant a degree
When to Use "Grant" vs Similar Verbs
"grant" vs "grant (noun)"
Different part of speech; noun form means a monetary award or gift.
Smart synonyms — when to use each one
- award — For official recognition or formal bestowal of honor
- allow — For general permission in less formal contexts
Antonyms: deny, refuse, reject
Common Mistakes with "Grant"
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Wrong: She grant often.
Correct: She grants often.
Add "s" to the verb when the subject is third-person singular (he/she/it).
Origin and Etymology of "Grant"
From Old French 'granter', meaning to consent or approve.
Commonly used in formal contexts: universities grant degrees, governments grant visas.
Conjugation Tables for "Grant"
Negative Forms
- Simple present: I do not grant · He does not grant
- Simple past: I did not grant · She did not grant
- Present perfect: I have not granted · He has not granted
Question Forms
- Simple present: Do you grant? · Does he grant?
- Simple past: Did you grant?
- Present perfect: Have you granted?
Passive Voice (where applicable)
- Simple present passive: It is granted
- Simple past passive: It was granted
- Present perfect passive: It has been granted
Frequently Asked Questions About "Grant"
- Is "grant" regular or irregular?
- "grant" is a regular verb. Add -ed for past simple and past participle: "granted".
- What is the past tense of "grant"?
- The simple past of "grant" is "granted".
- When do I use simple present vs present continuous with "grant"?
- Use simple present for habits, facts, and routines: "I grant every day." Use present continuous for actions happening right now: "I am granting right now."