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I was burned by the steamer. vs I was burn by the steamer.

The correct phrase is "I was burned by the steamer." The verb "burned" is the past participle form of the verb "burn" and should be used in this context.

Last updated: March 22, 2024

I was burned by the steamer.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use the past participle form of the verb "burn" (burned) when describing an action that happened in the past.

Examples:

  • I was burned by the hot iron.
  • She was burned by the sun during her vacation.
  • The house was burned down in a fire.
  • He was burned by the chemicals in the lab.
  • The toast was burned in the toaster.

I was burn by the steamer.

This phrase is incorrect. The verb should be in the past participle form, which is "burned" in this case.


Alternatives:

  • I was burned by the steamer.

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