The Present Perfect Continuous

The Present Perfect Continuous

I have (not) been going

Have/has been + gerund (v.ing)

How to Use the Present Perfect Continuous

We use the Present Perfect Continuous:

1. To emphasise the duration of an action.

For example: I have been waiting all day.

2. To show a past action has an effect now.

For example: A: Why are you covered in paint? B: I have been painting the house.

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