In affirmative sentences, the verb to be changes form based on the subject: use am with I, is with he, she, and it, and are with you, we, and they. This simple pattern lets you make basic statements about names, ages, jobs, and descriptions.
Grammar Rule
The verb to be in the affirmative gives basic information: names, ages, jobs, or descriptions. The form changes depending on the subject, not the meaning.
Conjugation Table (Am, Is, Are)
| Subject | Form | Example |
|---|---|---|
| I | am | I am a student. |
| You | are | You are very kind. |
| He | is | He is a teacher. |
| She | is | She is my sister. |
| It | is | It is a nice day. |
| We | are | We are ready for the test. |
| They | are | They are from Mexico. |
Remember: the form of the verb changes according to the subject, not the meaning.
Practice Test
Instructions
Answer each question in the test below using the correct affirmative form of the verb to be. You will get a new random set of questions every time you retake the test, plus a downloadable results summary with your name and score at the end.
Verb to be – Affirmative (Present Simple)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the correct form of the verb to be for I?
Use am after the subject I. For example: I am a student.
Which form of to be do you use with he, she, and it?
Use is with he, she, and it. For example: She is my sister.
When do you use are instead of is or am?
Use are with you, we, and they. For example: They are from Mexico.
Does the verb to be change meaning depending on the subject?
No. The verb to be always means the same thing. Only its form changes depending on the subject.