I was awarded vs I have been awarded

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I was awarded' is used to talk about a past event or action that happened at a specific point in the past. 'I have been awarded' is used to talk about a past event that has relevance to the present moment or to emphasize the completion of the action.

Last updated: April 11, 2024 • 1185 views

I was awarded

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to talk about a past event or action that happened at a specific point in the past.

Use 'I was awarded' when referring to an award or recognition that was given to you in the past. This phrase indicates that the action of awarding took place at a specific time in the past.

Examples:

I was awarded the first prize in the competition last year.
She was awarded a scholarship for her academic achievements.
He was awarded a medal for his bravery in the war.

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Nov 27, 2014 ... "I was awarded..." has a feeling of being further back in time - it implies that the awards were in a previous phase of your life and are ...
I was awarded third place in the race. I came in third place at the spelling bee.
I was awarded a grant from Commissions East to pursue training in silver jewelry making. 0. 0.
Oct 5, 2020 ... When I found out that I was awarded a Psi Chi grant, I was ecstatic and relieved to not have to worry about the money, which meant I could ...
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I was awarded a Stuart H.Q. & Victoria Quan Fellowship for 2023! June 29, 2022. HMS logo. Thanks Dr. Stuart and Victoria Quan and their friends, ...

Alternatives:

I received an award
I was given an award
I got an award
I was honored with an award
I was presented with an award

I have been awarded

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to talk about a past event that has relevance to the present moment or to emphasize the completion of the action.

Use 'I have been awarded' when you want to emphasize that the action of being awarded has a connection to the present moment or when you want to highlight the completion of the awarding process.

Examples:

I have been awarded a certificate of achievement.
She has been awarded a grant for her research project.
He has been awarded the title of Employee of the Month.

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Last updated: November 19, 2024

2 days ago ... I have been awarded a third class degree, what should I do? Hi guys, after three years of studying with the Open Uni, I was sent an email ...
Nov 27, 2014 ... Both phrases are correct, but the meaning is subtly different. "I have been awarded..." implies that the awards were fairly recent and/or ...
Aug 17, 2023 ... I have been awarded KETK/FOX51's Employee of the Month for July! This honor is truly humbling and I am so grateful to have been nominated.
Jun 3, 2024 ... I authorize UT Austin to apply Title IV funding which I have been awarded to all charges including up to $200 for prior year charges.
Feb 16, 2024 ... I am announcing that I have been awarded artist residency at @LostAndFoundLab this March at Cos Cob, CT. For my research, I will be given generous access to ...
May 10, 2024 ... What an honor! I have been awarded the 2024 Globally Responsible Organizations and Work (GROW) Alumna Award from Georgia State University ...
Jul 5, 2022 ... I have been awarded for 9 years in a row as Microsoft MVP ... Since many years, the 1st of July (this year the date was postponed a few hours ...
Oct 13, 2024 ... I have been awarded "Australia's Most Outstanding in IT Security" at the 2024 Australian Women in Security Awards.
5 days ago ... I have been awarded a grant to replace my water heater. Looking for a licensed plumber, located in Newaygo County, to quote and do the job.
Jun 19, 2018 ... I just found out that I have been awarded the On-Ramp Fellowship Grant from the Indiana Arts Commission! They have accepted my grant proposal! I ...

Alternatives:

I have received an award
I have been given an award
I have got an award
I have been honored with an award
I have been presented with an award

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