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did you receive vs have you receive

The correct phrase is "Have you received?". The use of the present perfect tense with "have" followed by the past participle "received" is the appropriate form to inquire about a recent action that has relevance to the present.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 1026 views

did you receive

This phrase is incorrect. The past simple tense "did you receive" is not suitable for asking about a recent action that has relevance to the present.

Incorrect usage. The past simple tense is not appropriate for inquiring about recent actions that have relevance to the present.
  • When did you receive this letter?
  • When did you receive the first text?
  • How many pieces of silver did you receive?
  • Moon, did you receive my message?
  • Did you receive the sacraments on your way through towns?
  • What assignment did you receive on this mission?
  • "How did you receive this property?"
  • What kind of damage did you receive?
  • What sabotage directions did you receive?
  • And what specialized education did you receive to earn that title?
  • And how did you receive this money?
  • Mr. President, did you receive the file we just sent you?
  • Speaking of which, did you receive the name I sent?
  • After your husband's death, did you receive any unusual visitors or packages in the mail?
  • And did you receive a cease and desist letter from the NSA after that talk?
  • And did you receive any calls from the defendant Sandra Panitch, at any time?
  • (man on phone) Mr. Kristoff, did you receive our package?
  • Mr. Abramov, did you receive the photograph I sent you?
  • Out of curiosity, why did you receive a draft of the complaint before we did, Mr. Specter?
  • Did you receive our data package.

Alternatives:

  • Have you received?

have you receive

This phrase is incorrect. The present perfect tense requires the past participle form of the verb, which is "received" in this case.

Incorrect usage. The present perfect tense requires the past participle form of the verb.

Alternatives:

  • Have you received?

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