Use the present continuous to describe projects and actions that are happening around the present moment in time. Remember that these projects have begun in the recent past and will end in the near future. This usage is especially popular for talking about current projects at work or for specific hobbies.
This tense is often used with the following time expressions:
... at the moment
... now
... this week / month
Basic Construction
Positive
Subject + be + verb + ing + object(s) + time Expression
We're working on the Smith account this month.
Negative
Subject + be + not (isn't, aren't) + verb + ing + object(s) + time Expression
He isn't studying French this semester.
Question
(Question Word) + be + subject + verb + ing + object(s) + time Expression
Which account are you working on this week?
Take this present continuous quiz to check your understanding.
If you are a teacher, use this guide on how to teach the present continuous tense for more help.
