When you come across words in English, sometimes you see different versions of them and wonder which one is right. Have you ever faced that kind of confusion? It happens a lot, especially with verbs when we change them to fit into sentences. Today, let’s clear up a common mix-up with the past tense of the verb "apply."
The correct form is Applied. The word “apply” follows the standard rule of changing the ‘y’ to ‘i’ when adding the suffix ‘-ed’. This rule applies to verbs ending in a consonant followed by ‘y’. Therefore, “applied” is the past tense and past participle form of “apply”.
For example, if you say, “I applied for the job yesterday,” it means you submitted your application for the job the day before. This use of applied clearly shows the action was completed in the past.
Which is the Correct Form Between "Applied" or "Applyed"?
Think about when you’ve cooked something. If you used a recipe, you followed specific steps. We can think of learning English in the same way, where rules are like recipes. For the verb "apply," the rule is pretty straightforward.
How English Handles Regular Verbs
Most verbs in English are called "regular verbs." To make them past tense, you just add “-ed” at the end. For instance:
- "walk" becomes "walked"
- "call" becomes "called"
Simple, right? That’s the recipe you usually follow.
But Wait, What About "Apply"?
Here’s where it gets a tad tricky, but don’t worry, it’s not too hard. The verb "apply" ends in a “y.” When verbs end in a “y,” you don’t just slap an “-ed” at the end. Instead, you replace the “y” with “i” before adding “-ed.” This change makes it easier to pronounce. For example:
- "cry" becomes "cried"
- "try" becomes "tried"
Now, using what we learned, let’s solve the mystery.
"Applied" vs. "Applyed"
Following our recipe, "apply" ends in “y.” So, we replace the “y” with an “i” and add “-ed.” That gives us “applied.” Therefore, “applied” is the correct form, not “applyd.” "Applyed" is actually a mistake and isn’t recognized in English.
Here are some examples of how “applied” is used:
- She applied for the job last week.
- I applied the cream as directed.
- He applied himself to his studies.
Each of these sentences shows actions that happened in the past, indicated by “applied.”
Why Do People Get Confused?
It’s easy to see why mistakes happen. English has quite a few rules and exceptions! Plus, when you hear words quickly in speech, "applied" might sound like it could be “applyed.” But now you know the correct way.
Conclusion
Next time you write or speak about doing something in the past with the verb "apply," you’ll know exactly how to spell it—applied. Isn’t it nice to feel confident about using the right word?
So, why do you think English decided to make things interesting with verbs ending in "y"? Well, that’s a story for another day. For now, keep practicing these rules in your everyday speaking and writing. It’s like following a recipe in cooking—the more you practice, the better your results!
