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"glad that you like it" vs "glad that you liked it"

Both of these sentences are correct. The phrase "like it" is in the present tense while "liked it" is in the past tense.

Last Updated: December 10, 2017

glad that you like it

This is correct

You might use this phrase if you have just given someone a gift and he appears to be pleased with it.

ExpertExplanation provided by a TextRanch English expert


Some examples from our editors:

  • I got this chocolate just for you; I'm glad that you like it.
  • I thought this present would be right up your alley; I'm glad that you like it.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • happy that you like it
  • glad that you enjoyed it

glad that you liked it

This is correct

You can use this phrase if you gave a gift or suggestion to someone and the person appreciated it.

ExpertExplanation provided by a TextRanch English expert


Some examples from our editors:

  • I thought that movie would be funny; I'm glad that you liked it.
  • I spent all afternoon cooking this meal; I'm glad that you liked it.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • glad that you enjoyed it
  • happy that you liked it

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