Tan Elaine
Key Member
- Joined
- Jun 29, 2008
- Member Type
- Student or Learner
- Native Language
- English
- Home Country
- Hong Kong
- Current Location
- Hong Kong
You use hitherto to indicate that something was true up until the time you are talking about, although it may no longer be the case. (FORMAL)
The polytechnics have hitherto been at an unfair disadvantage in competing for pupils and money...
Why is 'have' used and not 'had'?
Thanks in advance.
The polytechnics have hitherto been at an unfair disadvantage in competing for pupils and money...
Why is 'have' used and not 'had'?
Thanks in advance.