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i was working vs I HAVE BEEN WORKING

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I was working' is used to talk about a specific past action that happened at a particular time in the past. 'I have been working' is used to talk about an action that started in the past and is still continuing or has just been completed.

Last updated: March 17, 2024 • 1864 views

i was working

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to talk about a specific past action.

'I was working' is used to describe an action that was happening at a specific time in the past.

Examples:

  • I was working on my project when you called.
  • She was working at the office yesterday.

Alternatives:

  • I worked
  • I was doing work

I HAVE BEEN WORKING

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to talk about an action that started in the past and is still continuing or has just been completed.

'I have been working' is used to describe an action that started in the past and is still ongoing or has just been completed.

Examples:

  • I have been working on this project for two hours.
  • She has been working at the company for five years.

Alternatives:

  • I have worked
  • I have been doing work

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