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Why "has fell" falls short: a guide to correct usage

Anwar Kareem 30/09/2024, 02:48
English.me team member

What kind of error is it?

Has fell or has fallen. What's correct?

Incorrect verb conjugation

Why do people make this mistake?

People often mistake the past participle "fallen" with the simple past tense "fell".

What is correct?

The correct usage is "has fallen" because "has" requires the past participle form of the verb.

Examples of correct usage

  • The price has fallen significantly this year.
  • He has fallen asleep on the couch.
  • The temperature has fallen rapidly overnight.