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what time you left yesterday? vs what time you leave yesterday?

"What time did you leave yesterday?" is the proper English phrasing. The first phrase is incorrect because it uses the wrong verb tense, while the second phrase is also incorrect because it lacks the auxiliary verb "did." The correct form uses the past simple tense with the auxiliary verb "did."
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Last updated: August 06, 2024 • 34937 views

what time you left yesterday?

This phrase is incorrect as it lacks the auxiliary verb "did" and uses the wrong verb tense.

The correct form should be "What time did you leave yesterday?" to ask about the specific time someone departed in the past.
  • Jun 21, 2015 ... I don't know (at) what time you left yesterday. And no offense, but if you are still learning the English language, I suggest you post this on ...

Alternatives:

  • What time did you leave yesterday?
  • At what time did you leave yesterday?
  • When did you leave yesterday?
  • What time did you depart yesterday?
  • When did you depart yesterday?

what time you leave yesterday?

This phrase is incorrect as it lacks the auxiliary verb "did" and uses the wrong verb tense.

The correct form should be "What time did you leave yesterday?" to inquire about the specific time of departure in the past.

Alternatives:

  • What time did you leave yesterday?
  • At what time did you leave yesterday?
  • When did you leave yesterday?
  • What time did you depart yesterday?
  • When did you depart yesterday?

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