English

Active and Passive Voice

Convert an active sentence into passive voice where appropriate.

Object + Appropriate Form of Be + V3 + (by + Subject)

Formula Explanation

In passive voice, the object of an active sentence becomes the grammatical subject. The be verb changes according to tense and agreement.

Variables Explained

V3 = Past participle; Be = Auxiliary form matched to tense and number.

Solved Example

Change into passive voice: Ram writes a letter.
A letter is written by Ram.

Exam Tip

Preserve the original tense when changing voice.