Beginner 📐 Grammar · #11 of 305

Verb To Be (Present)

am, is, are link the subject to a description.

Examples

  • I am happy.
  • She is a doctor.
  • We are late.

Key rules

  • Forms: I am, you/we/they are, he/she/it is
  • Use be for identity, age, job, feelings, places and descriptions
  • Short forms: I'm, you're, he's
  • Do not use be with another main verb in simple sentences

Common mistakes

  • I am agree → I agree
  • She have 20 years → She is 20 years old
💡 Tip: Use be for age and feelings in English, not have.
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