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leave and is leaving what is the diffrence?
The bus leaves in five minutes.
The bus is leaving in five minutes.
Are they the same?
Thanks
Jun 7, 2017 2:25 AM
Answers · 6
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Both options are correct with very subtle differences in meaning:
The bus leaves in five minutes. - this implies a more fixed schedule. We use the present simple for repeated actions. So you might use this if referring to a bus which leaves at the same time habitually.
The bus is leaving in five minutes. - this refers more to a specific situation. We use the present continuous for plans or arrangements.
June 7, 2017
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Both options are correct :)
June 7, 2017
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yes they are the same
June 7, 2017
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