Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Irregular verbs in ENGLISH

Verbos irregulares no INGLÊS: o que é isso?


Entenda o que são verbos irregulares na Língua Inglesa, veja exemplos comuns e aprenda como estudá-los de forma prática para falar com mais segurança.

06 mar. 2026


Quem está aprendendo Inglês, cedo ou tarde encontra uma dúvida muito comum: o que é verbo irregular? E por que uns mudam completamente no passado, enquanto outros parecem seguir uma regra simples?
A verdade é que entender o que eles são é importante para evoluir, principalmente para falar sobre o passado e se comunicar com mais segurança. Neste texto, você verá como eles funcionam e como aprender de um jeito mais fácil.

Quais as diferenças entre os dois tipos de verbo?

Verbos regulares
Seguem uma regra fixa para formar o passado simples (simple past) e o particípio passado (past participle): basta adicionar -ed ao final do verbo.
Exemplos:
  • work → worked
  • play → played
  • watch → watched

Verbos irregulares
Não seguem essa regra do -ed. Eles mudam de forma no passado e/ou no particípio passado, e por isso precisam ser aprendidos como vocabulário.
Exemplos:
  • buy → bought bought
  • eat → ate eaten
  • go → went gone
Ou seja: verbo irregular é aquele que não forma o passado com -ed e muda de forma de maneira própria.

Por que existem verbos irregulares?
Essa é uma pergunta comum e faz sentido. Afinal, por que na Língua Inglesa não é tudo padronizado?
A explicação está na história do idioma. Muitos verbos irregulares vêm de formas antigas do Inglês e foram mantidos ao longo do tempo porque são muito usados no dia a dia.
Por isso, você vai perceber que os verbos irregulares mais famosos (como go, have, do, say e make) também são os mais frequentes em conversas.

Como identificar um verbo irregular?
A forma mais segura de identificar é simples: se o verbo não recebe -ed no passado, ele é irregular.
Exemplos práticos
  • I work every day. (Eu trabalho todos os dias.)
  • I worked yesterday. (Eu trabalhei ontem.) → regular
Agora veja um irregular:
  • I go to school every day. (Eu vou para a escola todos os dias.)
  • I went yesterday. (Eu fui ontem.) → irregular
Não existe uma regra fixa para prever essas mudanças, por isso o ideal é aprender aos poucos, com prática e repetição.

Lista de verbos irregulares mais usados
Uma boa forma de começar é focar nos mais comuns, que aparecem em praticamente qualquer conversa.
Aqui vão alguns exemplos essenciais:
  • be → was/were been (ser/estar)
  • come → came come (vir)
  • do → did done (fazer)
  • get → got gotten/got (pegar/conseguir)
  • give → gave given (dar)
  • go → went gone (ir)
  • have → had had (ter)
  • make → made made (fazer/criar)
  • see → saw seen (ver)
  • take → took taken (pegar/levar)

Como estudá-los?
Muita gente trava nessa parte porque acha que precisa decorar uma lista gigante de uma vez. Mas a melhor estratégia não é decorar, e sim aprender de forma prática.

1. Aprenda por frequência (os mais usados primeiro)
Comece pelos verbos que mais aparecem em filmes, músicas e conversas. Eles vão se repetir naturalmente, o que acelera a memorização.

2. Aprenda com frases
Verbos soltos são difíceis de memorizar. Mas frases criam contexto e facilitam o aprendizado.
Exemplos:
  • I went to the mall. (Fui ao shopping.)
  • She had a great day. (Ela teve um dia ótimo.)
  • They made a mistake. (Eles cometeram um erro.)

3. Use revisão inteligente
Revisar é o segredo para não esquecer. Você pode revisar 5 verbos por dia, 10 por semana, e repetir em ciclos.

Conclusão
Verbos irregulares na Língua Inglesa são aqueles que não seguem a regra do -ed para formar o passado e o particípio. Eles parecem difíceis no começo, mas a chave está em aprender aos poucos, com prática, exemplos e repetição.
Com um método estruturado e contato frequente com o Inglês, os verbos irregulares deixam de ser um problema e passam a ser parte natural do seu vocabulário.

Adaptado de: https://fisk.com.br/blog/verbo-irregular-no-ingles-o-que-e. Acesso em: 10 mar. 2026. © 2026 Fisk. Todos os direitos reservados.

Monday, March 9, 2026

ESL WORKSHEET - Climate and weather

LESSON PLAN FOR ENGLISH TEACHERS
GLOBAL HEATWAVE CONTINUES


Jul. 27, 2018


Level: Intermediate (B1-B2)
Type of language: General English
Tags: Environment and Nature; Weather and Climate; Breaking News; Vocabulary Lesson; Article Based; 13-15 Years Old; 16-18 Years Old; 18+ Years Old
Publication date: 07/27/2018

In this lesson plan, students read about the heatwave creating chaos around the globe. There's a variety of activities for learners to practice key words and phrases, and to test their reading comprehension. Students discuss the worksheet topic at the end of the lesson.

  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in American English.
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  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in British English.
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Adapted from: https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/global-heatwave-continues. Accessed on March 9, 2026. LinguaHouse.com © 2008–2026. All rights reserved.

ESL WORKSHEET - The natural world

LESSON PLAN FOR ENGLISH TEACHERS
TALKING ABOUT THE NATURAL WORLD


Aug. 21, 2021


Level: Intermediate (B1-B2)
Type of language: General English
Tags: Environment and Nature; Weather and Climate; Speaking; 10-12 Years Old; 13-15 Years Old; 16-18 Years Old; 18+ Years Old
Publication date: 08/21/2021

This short worksheet presents a list of questions designed to get your students talking about the natural world.

  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in American English.
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  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in British English.
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Adapted from: https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/talking-about-the-natural-world. Accessed on March 9, 2026. LinguaHouse.com © 2008–2026. All rights reserved.

ESL WORKSHEET - Weather vocabulary

LESSON PLAN FOR ENGLISH TEACHERS
HOW’S THE WEATHER?


Nov. 17, 2020


Level: Elementary (A1-A2)
Type of language: General English
Tags: Weather and Climate; Present Tenses; Grammar Practice; Situation Based; 13-15 Years Old; 16-18 Years Old; 18+ Years Old
Publication date: 11/17/2020

Students define vocabulary relating to weather conditions and are introduced to present continuous forms. The lesson gives practice in listening and speaking, and there is a short optional extension activity related to talking about the weather. (by Stephanie Hirschman)

  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in American English.
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  • CLICK HERE to download/listen to the audio in American English.
  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in British English.
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  • CLICK HERE to download/listen to the audio in British English.

AUDIO TRANSCRIPT

Ray: And now, it's time for the weather. Let’s go to Angela for an update. Angela, are you standing outside right now?
Angela: Yes, I am, Ray. I'm talking to you today from the south of the country, and we have some interesting weather here. Usually, at this time of year the weather is sunny and hot. But today it's raining, and the wind is blowing! If we look at the north, there’s another surprise. It’s often snowy and cold in the north. But today the sun is shining, and the temperature is 86 degrees! People are wearing T-shirts! Back to you, Ray.
Ray: I can’t believe it - what unusual weather! Thanks, Angela.

Adapted from: https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/hows-the-weather. Accessed on March 9, 2026. LinguaHouse.com © 2008–2026. All rights reserved.

ESL WORKSHEET - Summer holiday activities

LESSON PLAN FOR ENGLISH TEACHERS
SUMMERTIME


Jan. 21, 2025


Level: Elementary (A1-A2)
Type of language: English for Kids
Tags: Travel and Leisure; Entertainment; Describing Places; Routines and Activities; Types of Holiday; Playing Games; Video; 7-9 Years Old
Publication date: 01/21/2025

The focus of this lesson is on listening and writing. Learners listen to or watch a video about summer holiday activities and complete the activities. Then they create a short text about their summer activities. The lesson concludes with a show and tell. (by Jeanette Corbett)

  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in American English.
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  • CLICK HERE to download/watch the video in American English.
  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in British English.
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VIDEO TRANSCRIPT

School is over! Summer is finally here. My family and I like to spend our time at the beach. My sister and I swim in the sea, collect seashells and build sandcastles. When the weather is too hot we sit under the beach umbrella and eat ice cream. Sometimes we ride a jet ski - it is so much fun! In the summer, my friends and I often play outdoors. We ride our bikes or play soccer. I often go to the camp in the summer. There are lots of activities to do there. We go hiking in the forest or go canoeing on the lake. We sleep in a tent and we cook our food on the fire. In the evening, when it is dark, we sit around the campfire, sing songs and tell stories. I love summertime!


Adapted from: https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/english-for-kids/summertime. Accessed on March 9, 2026. LinguaHouse.com © 2008–2026. All rights reserved.

ESL WORKSHEET - Barbecue traditions in the world

LESSON PLAN FOR ENGLISH TEACHERS
SUMMER BARBECUES


Jul. 17, 2020


Level: Intermediate (B1-B2)
Type of language: General English
Tags: Seasons; Food and Drink; American Culture; Video; 13-15 Years Old; 16-18 Years Old; 18+ Years Old
Publication date: 07/17/2020

Renowned 'pit-master' Ed Mitchell shares his expertise in the art of barbecuing in this video-aided lesson. Students test and expand their knowledge on barbecue traditions around the world while building their vocabulary, discussion, speaking, reading, and listening comprehension skills. Included is an optional essay activity for students to share their country's traditions and improve their writing skills. (by Stephanie Hirschman)

  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in American English.
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  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in British English.
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VIDEO TRANSCRIPT

Ed Mitchell: When you’re searching for that perfect bite of barbecue what you’re searching for is the right blend a mixture of smoke and flavor in the meat.
You don’t want the smoke to overpower the actual succulent of the flavor of the meat. You wanted to have a certain balance because the smoke is a flavor itself along with the other ingredients and it has to has all of that - has to balance out so you can overly smoke the product. The skill set and cooking the whole animal is that each part of the animal is different. The shoulder part is thicker, his hams are thicker, and you have to know how to maneuver the coals and the right temperature, the fire itself and then - the actual smoke from the wood that you use gives it the flavor. There are different wood flavors that give you different results.
Once it’s ready and then it’s time to eat. At that time, you begin to decide on what sauce that you’re going to use. Now, in and the Carolinas there’s two different versions there is a western-style sauce which is a tomato-based sauce. I’m from the eastern part of the Carolinas and we, the vinegar-based sauce I live and die by the fact. At the end of the American base is the best flavor because best that’s what I like and that’s where I’m from, and that’s traditional.
So, what you’re searching for is that perfect balance and when you find someone that can give that perfect balance yes that’s something worth waiting for.
I mean it’s I just can’t describe of and it’s just good.

Adapted from: https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/summer-barbecues. Accessed on March 9, 2026. LinguaHouse.com © 2008–2026. All rights reserved.

ESL WORKSHEET - Summer vocabulary

LESSON PLAN FOR ENGLISH TEACHERS
SUMMER WORDS


Jun. 16, 2023


Level: Elementary (A1-A2)
Type of language: General English
Tags: Travel and Leisure; Seasons; Seasons and Months of the Year; Sport and Fitness; Food and Drink; Clothes; Vocabulary Lesson
Publication date: 06/16/2023

In this updated lesson, students learn and practice summer vocabulary in this lesson plan. There are exercises on summer food, clothes, and sports and activities. At the end of the lesson, students ask each other questions about summer. (by Luca Burns)

  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in American English.
  • CLICK HERE to download the teacher’s lesson plan in American English.
  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in British English.
  • CLICK HERE to download the teacher’s lesson plan in British English.

Adapted from: https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/summer-words. Accessed on March 9, 2026. LinguaHouse.com © 2008–2026. All rights reserved.

Irregular verbs in ENGLISH

Verbos irregulares no INGLÊS : o que é isso? Entenda o que são verbos irregulares na Língua Inglesa , veja exemplos comuns e aprenda como es...