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Our lessons were finished. vs Our lessons are finished.

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Our lessons were finished' is used when referring to a past event, while 'Our lessons are finished' is used when talking about the current status of the lessons.

Last updated: March 08, 2024

Our lessons were finished.

This phrase is correct when referring to a past event.

This phrase is used to indicate that the lessons were completed in the past.

Examples:

  • Our lessons were finished by the time the bell rang.
  • I found out that our lessons were finished yesterday.
  • In addition to our planned lessons, we skied at lunchtimes and when our lessons were finished in the afternoon – about six hours per day on skis! About half of ...
  • Our lessons were finished, books were put away, then Mrs. Fields, our Grade 1 teacher, would tell us all to come and sit on the magic carpet. That was the signal  ...
  • Once our lessons were finished, Cliff and I leaned close to Mum as she read the story of the golden windows that told of a young fellow who on many evenings ...
  • Dec 18, 2012 ... When our lessons were finished, her mother (who was a former Miss Korea contestant, mind you) made her jump rope fifty times calling her ...

Alternatives:

  • Our lessons had finished.
  • Our lessons came to an end.
  • Our lessons were completed.

Our lessons are finished.

This phrase is correct when talking about the current status of the lessons.

This phrase is used to indicate that the lessons have been completed or concluded at the present moment.

Examples:

  • Our lessons are finished for today.
  • I can confirm that our lessons are finished for this semester.
  • International-style Ballroom Dance Group Lessons with Patti Panebianco. Our lessons are finished until September. In the meantime, Patti will be teaching at the ...
  • Aug 22, 2014 ... Unfortunately, I can't tell you that all our lessons are finished, as we have one long lesson left. But be patient, these are important issues if you ...
  • Jul 3, 2014 ... By the time our lessons are finished, he knows exactly how she likes her heels licked, legs shaved and pussy eaten. It's a tough job, but I love it.

Alternatives:

  • Our lessons have finished.
  • Our lessons have come to an end.
  • Our lessons are completed.

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