"I already sent" vs "ı have already sent"

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"I already sent" vs "ı have already sent"

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I already sent' is a simple past tense construction, while 'I have already sent' is present perfect tense. The choice between them depends on the context and the emphasis the speaker wants to convey.

Last Updated: March 28, 2024

This phrase is used to indicate something was sent in the past. The word already is used here to emphasize the action is completed and so it is too late for any changes.

Explanation provided by a TextRanch English expert

Some examples from our editors:

I already sent the laundry to the dry cleaner so your dirty shirt will have to wait until next week.
I already sent the email an hour ago.

Some alternatives from our editors:

I sent
I mailed (emailed)
I transmitted

This phrase is used when emphasizing the completion of an action in the recent past with a connection to the present.

Examples:

I have already sent the report to my boss.
She has already sent the invitations for the party.

Alternatives:

I've already sent it.
I have sent it already.

Answer 1

I already sent

This is correct

Answer 2

ı have already sent

This phrase is correct in the present perfect tense.

"I already sent" vs "ı have already sent"

I already sent

ı have already sent

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