We can use the present simple to talk about habits (things that we do regularly), facts (things that are always true) or states (facts that are true for a long time).
We can use the present continuous to talk about an activity that's happening now, (or around now) or to talk about planned future arrangements.
Present simple（现在简单式）
Habits:
We give Helen the rent every month.
She sends the cheque to the landlord.
Facts:
The sun rises in the east.
Brasilia is the capital of Brazil.
States:
They live in a flat together.
Alice doesn't work in a hospital.
Present simple form:（句型）
I/You/We/They go to the office by bike.
He/She/Itlikes swimming.
Present continuous（现在进行式）
Happening now:
I'm just putting the kettle on.
They're watching TV.
Planned future arrangements:
Helen's studying later tonight.
I'm playing football with my friends on Saturday.
Present continuous form:（句型）
Verb to be +verb + ing
I am waiting for you
You/We/They are studying
He/She/Itis chatting
Note: In spoken English we usually shorten "I am" to "I'm" , "You are" to "You're" etc.
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