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It is very sad to hear this news. vs It is very sad to heard this news.

The correct phrase is "it is very sad to hear this news." The verb "hear" should be in the base form or simplest form after the verb "to." The incorrect phrase uses the past tense form of the verb and is not appropriate in this context.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"It is very sad to hear this news."

This phrase is used to express sadness upon receiving news or information.

Examples:

  • It is very sad to hear this news about the accident.
  • It is always sad to hear this kind of story.
  • It is very sad to hear this news from you.
  • It is very sad to hear this news from a reliable source.
  • It is very sad to hear this news from the authorities.
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  • It is very sad to hear this news about Clare Jane Zirbes. She was very nice lady. She used to always talk about her cousins and grandchildren, she loves ...
  • Jan 14, 2016 ... Like my brother said, it is very sad to hear this news. Our families were quite close during those days and I do have many happy memories of ...
  • Apr 25, 2020 ... As a lifelong fan of the Statler Brothers, It is very sad to hear this news. Rains D-10 8X8 Black Rains D-10 8X8 Mahogany
  • Feb 10, 2016 ... It is very sad to hear this news of such a good long time friend passing on to greener pastures. I met Ben 50 years ago in Laramie when he ...
  • Oct 31, 2007 ... It is very sad to hear this news. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family and friends. Tim. Thu Nov 01, 2007 12:32 pm. Actually, "end of ...
  • Dec 22, 2023 ... It is very sad to hear this news about Meaghan. She always made sure to visit and chat especially with the kids at Halloween. My condolences ...
  • Jan 5, 2017 ... It is very sad to hear this news. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I worked with Nathan for a short time while at ARMtech. He ...
  • ... it is very sad to hear this news god be with you and your family and stay strong gayle anziano/hagen. gayle anziano/hagen. October 24, 2005 | Albany, NY. 0. 1 ...
  • Jun 24, 2022 ... I've wondered where Ryan ended up for years, it is very sad to hear this news. 1. Co-Owner of the History of Nerf Modding research project ...

This phrase is incorrect. The verb "heard" is in the past tense, which is not suitable in this context.

"It is very sad to heard this news."

  • ... It is very sad to heard this news. God know best. May He keep you well. Rest in perfect peace in His glory. Share. Ato Colloe. April 29, 2023. April 29, 2023.

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