Present Simple Keys to using the present simple: 1. When you want to communicate permanent states or actions. Example: The earth is the third planet from the sun. 2. By manifesting states or situations that are routine or actions that have periodicity. Example: Every ten years is a decade. 3. To talk about habits, routines or events that are repeated in certain periods of time. Example: I drink coffee every morning. 4. When you give directions, instructions and signals. Example: You go down this street to the cinema, then you turn right. 5. To transmit appointm ents, events or commitments that will happen in a certain time. Example: Tomorrow is my birthday! Video Present Simple