became
- 01 A1 Beginner
the past tense of 'become'. You use it to say that someone or something changed into something else.
the simple past tense of 'become'. It functions as a linking verb to describe a completed transition into a new state or identity.
Simple“After years of hard work, she finally became a professional pilot.”
In context“The small coastal village became a bustling tourist destination almost overnight following the completion of the new highway.”
PitfallHe has became a doctor. He has become a doctor.In standard English, 'became' is only for the simple past. Use 'become' after 'have', 'has', or 'had'.
- 02 C1 Advanced
a form of 'become' used after 'have' or 'has' in some informal or regional speaking.
the past participle of 'become' in certain non-standard or colloquial dialects. In standard English, the past participle is 'become'.
Simple“He said he had became tired of waiting for the bus.”
In context“In some regional dialects, speakers might say they have 'became' accustomed to the noise, though 'become' remains the standard form in writing.”
UsageUsed as a past participle in place of 'become' in specific regional varieties of English.
Usage became the first · became clear · became known