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we know each other for long time vs we knew each other for long time

The correct phrase is "we have known each other for a long time." The first phrase is incorrect because it uses the present tense "know" instead of the present perfect tense. The second phrase is also incorrect because it uses the past tense "knew" instead of the present perfect tense.

Last updated: March 28, 2024 • 1136 views

we know each other for long time

This phrase is incorrect. It should use the present perfect tense.

The correct phrase is "we have known each other for a long time." Use the present perfect tense to indicate an action that started in the past and continues to the present.

Alternatives:

  • we have known each other for a long time
  • we've known each other for a long time

we knew each other for long time

This phrase is incorrect. It should use the present perfect tense.

The correct phrase is "we have known each other for a long time." Use the present perfect tense to indicate an action that started in the past and continues to the present.

Alternatives:

  • we have known each other for a long time
  • we've known each other for a long time

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