Difference between Been Vs. Gone | Learn Advanced English Grammar
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"Been" as the past participle of "go" is used in two places. 1. When the action of going is finished, and the person has either fome back or left that area She's been to the hairdresser's (= and now she has returned). Do you need to go to the bathroom, or have you already been? 2. When visiting or traveling to a place is intended, and that action is a finished one. Have you ever been to Budapest? I have been to Dubai multiple times. Compare Gone Vs. Been Joan’s just gone to that shop. He has not returned after purchasing. Joan’s just been to that shop. He has visited that place before as an experience. Support My Mission : This is a single-man venture. If you find value in the free English lectures and resources provided here, please consider making a donation to support my ongoing efforts. Your contribution helps me maintain and expand my content, ensuring I can continue offering quality education at no cost. Every donation, big or small, makes a significan