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have appeared vs have been appeared

The correct phrase is "have appeared." The use of "have been appeared" is incorrect in English. The verb "appear" is not typically used in the passive voice with "been."

Last updated: March 28, 2024 • 5247 views

have appeared

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is the present perfect tense of the verb "appear." It is used to indicate that something has shown up or become visible.

Examples:

  • The missing keys have appeared on the kitchen counter.
  • Several new stars have appeared in the night sky.
  • The symptoms have appeared suddenly.
  • The flowers have appeared in the garden.
  • The solution to the problem has appeared unexpectedly.

Alternatives:

  • has appeared
  • will appear
  • had appeared
  • is appearing
  • was appearing

have been appeared

This phrase is incorrect in English and is not used.

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