Should you always use perfect tense with 'since'?

Answer 1

1. No, Present Perfect can also be used with no time reference.
2. It can be used with adverbs like: "always", "ever", "never", often", recently, etc.
3. It can be used with "for".
4. "for, since, always, often, ever" can also be used with the Past Perfect, if your point of reference is situated in the Past.
5. "since" can also have another meaning.


1. She has read this book.
2. We have always liked Paul.
3. I have studied French for 3 months.
4. He had never been to the seaside before that trip.
5. Since you are so stubborn, I shall leave you alone!

Answer 2

No, perfect tense is not always required with "since." It depends on the context and the meaning you want to convey. Simple past or present perfect continuous can also be used with "since" depending on the situation.