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"you like" or "you likes"?

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you like

This phrase is correct. In English, the verb "like" remains in its base form when used with the pronoun "you."

Use "you like" when talking about someone's preferences or opinions. The verb "like" does not change its form based on the pronoun used.

Examples:

  • You like ice cream.
  • Do you like to read?
  • I know you like to travel.
  • Why do you like that movie?
  • She said you like playing tennis.

you likes

This phrase is incorrect. In English, the verb "like" does not take the -s form when used with the pronoun "you."


Alternatives:

  • he likes
  • she likes
  • they like
  • I like
  • we like
The correct phrase is "you like." In English, the verb "like" does not change its form when used with the pronoun "you." It remains the base form "like" regardless of the subject pronoun.

Last Updated: March 08, 2024

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