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Past tense of fit

The past simple of fit is fitted and the past participle is fitted: fit – fitted – fitted.

Base form V1
fit
Past simple V2
fitted
Past participle V3
fitted

Fit is also used in American English.

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Meaning of fit

To have suitable dimensions or form for entering a particular space

  • ExampleThe cabinet will not fit through this doorway.

Fit, fitted, fitted in sentences

  • Past simpleThe dress fitted her perfectly.
  • Past participleThe kitchen has been fitted with new cupboards.

Similar verbs

Built on fit, with the same forms: refit, retrofit.

Past simple and past participle the same, like fit: have, make, think, say, find, feel, keep, tell.

Common questions

What is the past tense of fit?

Fitted. For example: The dress fitted her perfectly.

What is the past participle of fit?

Fitted. It follows be in the passive, as in The kitchen has been fitted with new cupboards.

Is fit a regular verb?

Mostly, yes: fit usually takes -ed (fitted). It is listed with the irregular verbs because fit is also correct.

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