Conjugation of "Share" — All Forms, Examples, and Usage
To give a portion of something to another person; to use, occupy, or enjoy together.
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All 12 Tenses of "Share"
Quick reference table — every tense form of "share" with the first-person example and a link to the grammar guide for that tense.
| Tense | Example (I) | Quick rule |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Present | I share |
Used for habits, facts, routines, and permanent situations. Full rule → |
| Simple Past | I shared |
Used for completed actions at a specific time in the past. Full rule → |
| Simple Future | I will share |
Used for predictions, decisions made at the moment, and promises. Full rule → |
| Present Continuous | I am sharing |
Used for actions happening right now or temporary situations. Full rule → |
| Past Continuous | I was sharing |
Used for actions in progress at a specific moment in the past. Full rule → |
| Future Continuous | I will be sharing |
Used for actions that will be in progress at a specific future time. Full rule → |
| Present Perfect | I have shared |
Used for past actions with present relevance, life experiences, or unfinished situations. Full rule → |
| Past Perfect | I had shared |
Used for an action that was completed before another past action. Full rule → |
| Future Perfect | I will have shared |
Used for an action that will be completed before a specific future time. Full rule → |
| Present Perfect Continuous | I have been sharing |
Used for actions that started in the past and continue now, with focus on duration. Full rule → |
| Past Perfect Continuous | I had been sharing |
Used for ongoing actions in the past that continued up to another past moment. Full rule → |
| Future Perfect Continuous | I will have been sharing |
Used for actions that will have been ongoing up until a specific future time. Full rule → |
Past Tense of "Share" — Shared
The past simple of "share" is "shared" — 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.
Past Participle of "Share" — Shared
The past participle of "share" is "shared" — the same form as the past simple, since "share" is a regular verb. Use it after "have/has/had" for perfect tenses ("I have shared") and after "be" for passive voice ("It was shared").
Is "Share" Regular or Irregular?
"Share" is a regular English verb. Its past simple and past participle are both formed by adding "-ed" to give "shared". The 3rd-person singular present is "shares" and the gerund/present participle is "sharing".
Conjugation pattern: regular (add -ed)
How to Pronounce "Share" and Its Forms
Share: /ʃɛər/ — Stress pattern: O
One syllable, /ʃɛər/, starting with 'sh' sound. The vowel is short 'e' like in 'care' or 'fair', not long 'a'.
Common mispronunciation of "share"
Sometimes pronounced /ʃɑːr/ or /ʃɛir/; correct is /ʃɛər/ with short vowel.
How to Use "Share" — Common Grammar Patterns
Use 'share with' when giving to someone specific. Use 'share' alone when referring to joint use or division.
S + V + O + with NPS + V + that-clause
Example Sentences with "Share" in Different Tenses
- Simple Present: Can you share your pencil with me during the test? A1
Common Collocations with "Share"
- share with
- share a meal
- share responsibility
- share the cost
- share ideas
When to Use "Share" vs Similar Verbs
"share" vs "bare"
Share means to divide and give portions; bare means naked or uncovered.
Smart synonyms — when to use each one
- distribute — for giving portions to multiple people officially
- divide — for splitting something into equal parts
- split — for separating costs or responsibilities equally
Antonyms: keep, hoard
Common Mistakes with "Share"
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Wrong: She share often.
Correct: She shares often.
Add "s" to the verb when the subject is third-person singular (he/she/it).
Origin and Etymology of "Share"
From Old English 'scēran', meaning to cut or divide; related to 'shear' meaning to cut.
Sharing is a core value in many societies. Children learn to share in kindergarten. Sharing economy is growing (ride-share, co-working).
Other Forms of "Share"
- Adjective: shared
Conjugation Tables for "Share"
Negative Forms
- Simple present: I do not share · He does not share
- Simple past: I did not share · She did not share
- Present perfect: I have not shared · He has not shared
Question Forms
- Simple present: Do you share? · Does he share?
- Simple past: Did you share?
- Present perfect: Have you shared?
Passive Voice (where applicable)
- Simple present passive: It is shared
- Simple past passive: It was shared
- Present perfect passive: It has been shared
Frequently Asked Questions About "Share"
- Is "share" regular or irregular?
- "share" is a regular verb. Add -ed for past simple and past participle: "shared".
- What is the past tense of "share"?
- The simple past of "share" is "shared".
- When do I use simple present vs present continuous with "share"?
- Use simple present for habits, facts, and routines: "I share every day." Use present continuous for actions happening right now: "I am sharing right now."