seen
Translation
to see, to meet, to understand
Examples
I have seen that movie.
I have seen that film.
The letter was seen by everyone.
The letter was seen by everyone.
Have you ever seen a ghost?
Have you ever seen a ghost?
Grammar Patterns
((sth./sb.)) to perceive (sth./sb.) with the eyes I see a bird.
((sb.)) to meet or visit (sb.) I will see you tomorrow.
((that + clause)) to understand or realise (sth.) I see that you are busy.
Similar Words
Synonyms (for see): look, watch, observe
Etymology
From Old English 'seon' (to see). 'Seen' is the past participle form.
Memory Tips
Remember the pattern: see (present), saw (past), seen (participle). 'Seen' is almost always used with a helping verb like 'have', 'has', 'had', or 'was'.