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What time you woke up vs What time you wake up

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'What time you woke up' is used when referring to a past event. 'What time you wake up' is used when asking about a habitual or regular action in the present or future.
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Last updated: July 11, 2024

What time you woke up

This phrase is correct when referring to a past event.

This phrase is used to inquire about the specific time someone woke up in the past.

Examples:

  • What time you woke up yesterday?
  • I forgot what time you woke up this morning.

Alternatives:

  • At what time did you wake up?
  • What time did you wake up?

What time you wake up

This phrase is correct when asking about a habitual or regular action in the present or future.

This phrase is used to ask about the specific time someone usually wakes up or will wake up.

Examples:

  • What time you wake up every day?
  • What time you wake up tomorrow?

Alternatives:

  • At what time do you wake up?
  • What time do you wake up?

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