People say that he speaks five languages. Passive 1 (It): It is said that he speaks five languages. Passive 2 (Subject): He is said to speak five languages.
We often use reporting verbs such as: say, think, believe, expect, know, report, suppose, estimate, understand.
Example: People say that is a talented musician. → She is said to be a talented musician.
Everyone thinks was designed by a local architect. Authorities believe the suspect is hiding in the city. Many consider this book to be a masterpiece. Exercise 3: Mixed Tense Challenge
Example: People say that money doesn't grow on trees. → It is said that money doesn't grow on trees. → Money is said not to grow on trees.
People say that he speaks five languages. Passive 1 (It): It is said that he speaks five languages. Passive 2 (Subject): He is said to speak five languages.
We often use reporting verbs such as: say, think, believe, expect, know, report, suppose, estimate, understand.
Example: People say that is a talented musician. → She is said to be a talented musician.
Everyone thinks was designed by a local architect. Authorities believe the suspect is hiding in the city. Many consider this book to be a masterpiece. Exercise 3: Mixed Tense Challenge
Example: People say that money doesn't grow on trees. → It is said that money doesn't grow on trees. → Money is said not to grow on trees.