Best English Podcast - Past of Go was Goed?

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Welcome to "Best English Podcast by Teacher Bruno Gon" and today we'll be delving into an intriguing aspect of the English language—the past forms of the verb "go." Specifically, we'll be exploring the usage of "went" and the less commonly used "goed." So, let's dive in!

Before we jump into the past forms, let's first establish a foundation. The verb "go" is an irregular verb, meaning its past forms do not follow the typical pattern of adding "-ed" to the base form. Instead, it has its own unique forms. In the present tense, we have "go" for the first and second person singular, and "goes" for the third person singular. Now, let's explore the past forms of "go" and the differences between "went" and "goed."

The most common past form of "go" is "went." We use "went" for all people, whether singular or plural, in the past tense. For example, "I went to the store yesterday," "She went on vacation last week," or "They went to the party together." "Went" is the standard and widely accepted past form of "go" that is used in modern English.

Now, let's talk about "goed." While it may seem like a logical past form for "go," it is not commonly used in modern English. However, "goed" was historically used as the past tense of "go" in certain dialects or regional variations.

In some dialects, particularly in certain parts of England and Scotland, you may come across "goed" being used as the past tense of "go." For instance, you might hear someone say, "I goed to the park yesterday." These regional variations showcase the diversity of the English language and its evolution over time.

Over the centuries, the meanings of "go" and "wend" began to shift and overlap. The verb "go" retained its general sense of movement, but "wend" started to acquire the meaning of "to go" as well. This linguistic transformation created a fascinating linguistic dance between the two verbs.

Fast forward to Middle English, and we witness the emergence of the past tense form "goed" for "go." However, this form gradually fell out of use, and by the 15th century, it vanished from everyday speech. Instead, "went" solidified its position as the standard past tense form for "go."

Despite the existence of "goed" in some dialects, it's important to note that it is not considered standard English. In most formal and informal contexts, "went" remains the preferred past form of "go." Standardization helps maintain clarity and consistency in communication, ensuring that English speakers across different regions can understand one another effectively.

Now let's focus on "wend" and its own evolution. While "went" was once exclusively the past tense of "wend," it eventually went on to acquire the same role for "go." This shift in usage led to "wend" falling out of favor as a standalone verb for "to go" and becoming more archaic.Today, "wend" is rarely used in everyday conversation, but it hasn't completely disappeared. You might come across it in older texts, literature, or poetry where authors use it to evoke a sense of nostalgia or add a touch of poetic flair.

And there you have it—the past forms of the verb "go." While "went" is the widely accepted and commonly used past form, "goed" may still pop up in certain dialects and regional variations. Understanding these variations helps us appreciate the richness and diversity of the English language.

Thanks for joining us on this linguistic journey through the past forms of "go." We hope you found it enlightening and that it deepened your understanding of the English language. Remember to subscribe to our podcast for more intriguing language insights. Until next time, keep exploring the fascinating world of languages. If you enjoyed this podcast, please rate it 5 stars, forward to friends and keep following it to learn the best about English.