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When should we use the present of verb to be?

  • To talk about Feelings:

She is happy

He is angry

 

  • To talk about Identities:

He is a doctor

They are students

 

  • To talk about Locations:

The keys are on the table

The book is in the bag

 

  • To talk about Time:

The meeting is at 3:00 pm

Today is Monday

 

How should we use the Present of Verb To BE?

Present of Verb To BE

  • You need to look at the subject.

If the subject is Singular (he, she, it), use (is)

He is a teacher

She is a doctor

It is a beautiful cat

 

If the subject is (I), use (am)

I am an engineer.

 

If the subject is Plural (they, we, you), use (are)

They are tired

We are happy

You are a hardworking student

 

How should we use the negative form of Verb to BE?

You just need to add (not) after (am, is, are).

They are (not) tired.

He is (not) sad.

The book is (not) in the bag.

 

How should we use the question form of Verb to BE?

You need to start the question with the present of verb to be:

Is he a doctor? – Yes, he is/ No, he is not.

Are they students? – Yes, they are/ No, they are not.

Is the book on the table? – Yes, it is/ No, it is not.

 

Here are some examples to help you understand the use of the present of Verb to BE:

She is a teacher.

Is she a teacher?

Yes, she is.

 

Are they excited about the trip?

Yes, they are.

Or,

No, they are not.

 

It is a beautiful day.

Is it a beautiful day?

yes, it is.

 

Let’s have a short exercise & type your answers below in the comments section 🙂

  1. She _____ very friendly.
  2. They _____ not here right now.
  3.  _____ it raining outside?
  4. I _____ excited about the party.
  5. We _____ not hungry.
  6. _____ you ready for the test?

 

I hope you find this English grammar lesson useful, let me know if you have any questions related to the use of the present of verb to BE or if you have any suggestions for the upcoming topics. Also, if you need a private discussion or lessons, email me 🙂

Have a great day & take care!

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