“I’ve heard that” is a very useful phrase in English-speaking. We use it when we talk about something we got information about from others, like news, friends, or social media. It shows that we are not 100% sure, but we believe the information is true.
For example, if your friend tells you about a new restaurant, you can say, “I’ve heard that it’s very good.” This phrase is common in daily conversations at home, the office, and with friends. It helps you sound natural and polite while sharing information.
◎ Important Points
- Use “I’ve heard that” to share information from others
- It shows you are not fully sure about the information
- Always follow it with a complete sentence
- Use it in both formal and informal situations
- It is often used in conversations, not writing
- Keep the verb in present or past depending on meaning
➤Key Concept
Sentence Structure: I’ve heard that + subject + verb
Example: I’ve heard that she is moving to Delhi.
Concept:
This phrase is used when you talk about something you learned from someone else, not from your own experience.
Tip:
Use this phrase to sound more natural and polite in conversations.
➤ Common Mistakes To Avoid
| Common Mistake | Wrong Example | Correct Example |
|---|---|---|
| Missing “that” | I’ve heard she is sick | I’ve heard that she is sick |
| Using wrong verb form | I’ve heard that he go there | I’ve heard that he goes there |
| Using with direct experience | I’ve heard that I saw him | I saw him (no need for “I’ve heard”) |
| Incomplete sentence | I’ve heard that | I’ve heard that they are coming |
| Wrong tense usage | I’ve heard that she was happy now | I’ve heard that she is happy now |
➤ Examples
- I’ve heard that this movie is very interesting.
- I’ve heard that your brother got a new job.
- I’ve heard that this road is closed today.
- I’ve heard that she speaks very good English.
- I’ve heard that the meeting is cancelled.
- I’ve heard that this hotel is expensive.
- I’ve heard that they are planning a trip.
- I’ve heard that he is very kind.
- I’ve heard that the weather will change tomorrow.
- I’ve heard that this app is useful for learning English.
➤ Practice Examples
Fill in the blanks
- I’ve heard that she ______ (is/is/are) coming today.
- I’ve heard that they ______ (live/lives) in Mumbai.
- I’ve heard that he ______ (got/gets) a promotion.
- I’ve heard that this place ______ (is/are) very crowded.
- I’ve heard that your exam ______ (is/was) tomorrow.
Change incorrect sentence to correct one
- I’ve heard she is very smart
- I’ve heard that he go to office
- I’ve heard that they coming late
- I’ve heard that she were sick
- I’ve heard that he play cricket
Speak this sentence aloud
- I’ve heard that this restaurant is very good.
- I’ve heard that he is learning English.
- I’ve heard that they are getting married.
- I’ve heard that your sister is a doctor.
- I’ve heard that the train is delayed.
