Verb to be - Movers
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Patrícia Farias
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Hello class! Today we are going to remember...
The verb "to be"
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One of the most important verbs in English is the "to be" verb. Learn about its meaning and uses in the English language.
The “to be” is a verb used to describe something or someone.
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How to use the “to be” verb
In English, it can be used to say different things according to the context.
However, the most common use of the to be verb is to talk about names, ages, feeling, nationalities, and professions, especially when talking in the present tense.
It’s also one of the most irregular verbs in the English language.
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Forms of “to be”
Let’s see the forms this verb can take when used next to the subjects.
Present
This form of the verb is mainly used in the simple present, and its meaning can change depending on the use in the context. Also, when writing, the present form of the to be verb can be shortened.
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Here is the to be for all the subjects in both long and short forms for affirmative sentences, and also for negative sentences with to be.
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Questions in English with the “to be” verb
"To be" verb is normally used with Wh- questions, like in the following sentences:
- What‘s her name?
- How old is Baby Bot?
- How are they feeling?
- Where are you from?
- Do you know what my profession is?
- What are you doing?
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Yes/ No questions
We also use the “to be” verb to make “yes” or “no” questions in English.
This type of questions are very simple, and they can be answered with a yes or no:
Are you reading? Yes, I am.
Is Lisa ready for bed? No, she isn’t.
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Examples
I am Cowy, and I‘m from Ireland.
Where are Billy and Elliot? They are at home.
Bobby is helping Lisa with her homework.
The flowers aren’t red, they are orange.
Are the dogs running in the field? Yes, they are.
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