Application goal: Distinguishing today from yesterday.
Use the past simple with a finished time such as yesterday. Use the present perfect when a present connection matters and no finished past time is specified.
Context: A problem with an order. Identify the wording that achieves this goal, then adapt the details to a situation of your own.
Use the past simple with a finished time such as yesterday. Use the present perfect when a present connection matters and no finished past time is specified.
Context: A problem with an order. Identify the wording that achieves this goal, then adapt the details to a situation of your own.
Practical examples
I ordered a replacement part last week.
طلبت قطعة بديلة الأسبوع الماضي.
The supplier promised to deliver it within three days.
وعد المورد بتسليمها خلال ثلاثة أيام.
The package has not arrived yet.
لم يصل الطرد بعد.