The word is may seem small and simple, but it plays a big role in English grammar. If you are learning English, you probably see and hear the word is in almost every conversation or sentence. But what exactly is it doing there?
In this article, I will explain what part of speech is belongs to, how it works in a sentence, and how to use it correctly with easy examples and clear explanations.
Learning how to use the word “is” is essential if you want to speak and write English correctly. Even though it’s just two letters long, the word “is” connects ideas, describes situations, and helps us to build many types of sentences.
What part of speech is to be?
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- It is snowing.
- My literature class is challenging me.
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- have
- has
- had
- do
- could
- should
- would
- does
- may
- might
Is Examples
As a linking veb
- My neice is her class’s valedictorian.
- Our library book is overdue.
- The bear is brown
- Language Arts is my favorite class.
As an auxiliary verb
- IT is supposed to rain tonight.
- My mother is training for a 5k.
- As I recall the story, he is remembering the details.
- My PC is running a new Linux distro.
Is FAQs
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