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did you book the ticket vs have you booked the ticket

These are both correct English phrases, but they would be used in different contexts. 'Did you book the ticket?' is used when asking about a specific action in the past, while 'Have you booked the ticket?' is used when asking about a completed action that has relevance to the present moment.
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Last updated: July 10, 2024

did you book the ticket

This phrase is correct when asking about a specific action in the past.

This phrase is used to inquire about whether someone completed the action of booking a ticket in the past.

Alternatives:

  • Did you reserve the ticket?
  • Did you purchase the ticket?
  • Did you secure the ticket?
  • Did you get the ticket?
  • Did you make a reservation for the ticket?

have you booked the ticket

This phrase is correct when asking about a completed action that has relevance to the present moment.

This phrase is used to ask if someone has completed the action of booking a ticket and if it has an impact on the present situation.

Alternatives:

  • Have you reserved the ticket?
  • Have you purchased the ticket?
  • Have you secured the ticket?
  • Have you obtained the ticket?
  • Have you made a reservation for the ticket?

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