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I need a leave yesterday vs I want a leave yesterday

Both phrases are not correct in English. The correct way to express this idea would be "I needed to take a leave yesterday."

Last updated: March 22, 2024 • 1037 views

I need a leave yesterday

This phrase is not correct in English. The verb "need" should be in the past tense to match the time reference "yesterday."

The correct way to express this idea is to use the past tense of the verb "need," which is "needed."

Alternatives:

  • I needed to take a leave yesterday.

I want a leave yesterday

This phrase is not correct in English. The verb "want" should be in the past tense to match the time reference "yesterday."

The correct way to express this idea is to use the past tense of the verb "want," which is "wanted."

Alternatives:

  • I wanted to take a leave yesterday.

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