# English: The Verb 'To Be'

Difficulty: beginner

In the present tense, 'To Be' changes based on the subject: I am, He/She/It is, and You/We/They are.

## Related Vocabulary

| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [am](https://useorphi.com/learn/english/how-to-say/am-first-person-singular.md) | /æm/ | am (first person singular) |
| [is](https://useorphi.com/learn/english/how-to-say/is-third-person-singular.md) | /ɪz/ | is (third person singular) |
| [are](https://useorphi.com/learn/english/how-to-say/are-second-personplural.md) | /ɑːɹ/ | are (second person/plural) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is "The Verb 'To Be'" in English?

In the present tense, 'To Be' changes based on the subject: I am, He/She/It is, and You/We/They are.

### Is this grammar topic for beginners?

This topic is at the beginner level. It is a great starting point for new learners.

## Related Grammar Topics

- [Greeting Punctuation](https://useorphi.com/learn/english/grammar/greeting-punctuation.md) (beginner)
- [Yes/No Questions with Do](https://useorphi.com/learn/english/grammar/yesno-questions-with-do.md) (beginner)
- [Short vs. Long Vowels](https://useorphi.com/learn/english/grammar/short-vs-long-vowels.md) (beginner)

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