Verb to be

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What is the verb 'to be'?

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The verb 'to be' is an irregular verb used to indicate existence or identity. It has different forms: am, is, are.

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When do we use 'am'?

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'Am' is used with the first person singular (I). Example: I am happy.

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When do we use 'is'?

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'Is' is used with third person singular (he, she, it). Example: She is a teacher.

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When do we use 'are'?

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'Are' is used with second person singular and plural (you) and all plural nouns. Example: They are friends.

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What is the negative form of 'is'?

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The negative form of 'is' is 'is not' or the contraction 'isn't'. Example: He is not here.

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What is the negative form of 'are'?

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The negative form of 'are' is 'are not' or the contraction 'aren't'. Example: They are not ready.

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How do we form questions with 'to be'?

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To form questions, we place the verb 'to be' before the subject. Example: Are you ready?

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What is the contraction for 'I am'?

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The contraction for 'I am' is 'I'm'. Example: I'm excited.

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What is the contraction for 'he is'?

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The contraction for 'he is' is 'he's'. Example: He's my brother.

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What is the contraction for 'she is'?

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The contraction for 'she is' is 'she's'. Example: She's a doctor.