We use the present perfect (have been/have played/have done, etc) when we talk about a time from the past until now – for example, you life : Have you ever been to Japan?
time from the past until now
time from the past until now
Past now
- “Have you been to France?” (in your life) “No, I haven’t.”
- I’ve been to Canada, but I haven’t been to the United States.
- She is an interesting person. She has had many different jobs and has visited many countries.
- I’ve seen that woman before, but I can’t remember when.
- How many times has Brazil won the World Cup?
- “Have you read this book?” “Yes, I”ve read it twice.” (=two times)
You can use the present perfect + ever (in questions) and never :
- “Has Ann ever been to Hungary?” “No, never.”
- “Have you ever played golf?” “Yes, once.” (=one time)
- My mother has never traveled by air.
- I’ve never ridden a horse.
Gone and been
He’s gone to Spain. He’s been to Spain
(=He is in Spain now) (=he went to Spain but now he is back)
(=He is in Spain now) (=he went to Spain but now he is back)
Compare:
- I can’t find Sue. Where has she gone? (=Where is she now?)
- Oh, hello, Sue. I was looking for you. Where have you been?
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