English Grammar Explained Clearly | The Passive Voice in English

Do you find the passive voice confusing? Do you know the rules, but you are not sure when to use it correctly? In this lesson from the Understand English Grammar series, you will learn how the passive voice works in English, step by step, with clear explanations and practical examples. This video is designed especially for B1–B2 level English learners, but it is also useful for motivated beginners and advanced students who want to improve accuracy and confidence. What you will learn in this video: What the passive voice is and how it is different from the active voice When and why English speakers use the passive voice How to form the passive voice correctly Passive voice in all main tenses: Simple Present Simple Past Present Continuous Past Continuous Present Perfect Past Perfect Future forms (will, going to) How to use modal verbs in the passive (must, can, should, may, etc.) How to change active sentences into passive sentences The most common passive voice mistakes and how to avoid them This lesson focuses on understanding, not memorising. You will learn when the passive voice is natural, when it sounds formal, and when active voice is the better choice. The passive voice is commonly used in: News reports Academic and scientific writing Rules and regulations Formal and professional English By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: Recognise passive structures easily Use the passive voice confidently in speaking and writing Avoid typical grammar errors Decide whether active or passive voice is more appropriate This video is part of the Understand English Grammar playlist, where each lesson explains one grammar topic clearly and logically. If you want to improve your English grammar step by step, this lesson is the perfect place to start.