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does he contact you vs did he contact you

Both phrases are correct, but they're used in different contexts. "Does he contact you?" is used in the present tense to ask about a habitual action or a current situation. "Did he contact you?" is used in the past tense to ask about a specific action in the past.
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Last updated: August 21, 2024

does he contact you

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to ask about a habitual action or a current situation in the present tense.

This phrase is used to inquire if someone regularly communicates with you or if there is ongoing contact in the present.

Examples:

  • Does he contact you every day?
  • Does he contact you via email or phone?
  • Does he contact you when he needs help?
  • Does he contact you about work matters?
  • Does he contact you to make plans?

Alternatives:

  • Is he contacting you?
  • Does he get in touch with you?
  • Does he reach out to you?
  • Does he communicate with you?
  • Does he keep in contact with you?

did he contact you

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to ask about a specific action that occurred in the past.

This phrase is used to inquire if someone made contact with you at a particular point in the past.

Examples:

  • Did he contact you yesterday?
  • Did he contact you about the project?
  • Did he contact you after the meeting?
  • Did he contact you when he arrived?
  • Did he contact you to discuss the issue?

Alternatives:

  • Has he contacted you?
  • Did he get in touch with you?
  • Did he reach out to you?
  • Did he communicate with you?
  • Did he keep in contact with you?

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