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we watched a movie last weekend vs we have watched a movie last weekend

The correct phrase to use is "We watched a movie last weekend." The use of the simple past tense "watched" is appropriate when referring to an action that took place at a specific point in the past, such as last weekend. The addition of "have" in the second phrase is incorrect as it creates a tense inconsistency.
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we watched a movie last weekend

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to describe an action that took place at a specific time in the past, in this case, last weekend.

Examples:

  • We watched a movie last weekend and it was really good.
  • They watched a movie last weekend with their friends.
  • May 10, 2011 ... If you are providing information about a specific noun, 'the” is required. Here are a few article examples: We watched a movie last weekend.
  • Nov 29, 2012 ... Jyl has been talking about you non-stop for the past couple of weeks…well alright, she did stop while we watched a movie last weekend, but ...
  • Mar 14, 2013 ... We watched a movie last weekend. Similarly, being in a job I like, I have no idea what the future holds as far as my degree in Criminal Justice.

we have watched a movie last weekend

This phrase is incorrect in English.


Alternatives:

  • We watched a movie last weekend
  • We had watched a movie last weekend
  • We have watched a movie before

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