How to Use ‘Is, Am, Are’ Correctly - Beginner Guide

How to Use ‘Is, Am, Are’ Correctly: 

Beginner Guide

If you don't know how to use "Is, Am, Are’ correctly. You're not alone! These are small but important parts of English grammar. This beginner-friendly guide will help you understand when and how to use them correctly, with simple explanations and examples for everyday use.

How to Use ‘Is, Am, Are’ Correctly: Beginner Guide

📘 What Are "Is, Am, Are"?

Is, am, and are are present-tense forms of the verb “to be.” They are used to describe someone’s state, identity, or situation.

Subject	Correct Verb
I	am
He / She / It	is
You / We / They	are

✅ When to Use “Am”

Use "Am" only with the subject "I"

• I am learning English.
• I am happy today.
• I am from India.

✅ When to Use “Is”

 He, she, it, or any singular noun with "Is"

• He is a good boy.
• She is reading a book.
• It is raining outside.
• The cat is sleeping.

✅ When to Use “Are”

You, we, they, or plural nouns with "Are"

• You are welcome.
• We are best friends.
• They are playing football.
• The dogs are barking loudly.

🚫 Common Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)

Incorrect	Correct
I is happy.	I am happy.
She are my sister.	She is my sister.
They is late.	They are late.

🎓 Quick Grammar Tips

• I = am
• He, She, It = is
• You, We, They = are

📋 QUIZ: Choose the Correct Verb

Instructions: Select the correct form of “is,” “am,” or “are” for each sentence.

Part A - Multiple Choice

1. She ___ my best friend.
   a) am  b) is  c) are

2. They ___ in the garden.
   a) is  b) am  c) are

3. I ___ very tired today.
   a) am  b) are  c) is

4. He ___ a good singer.
   a) am  b) is  c) are

5. You ___ always on time.
   a) is  b) am  c) are

Part B - Fill in the Blanks

6. We ___ ready to go.

7. It ___ raining outside.

8. I ___ not sure about the answer.

9. My parents ___ at home now.

10. The cat ___ under the table.

📝 WORKSHEET: Mixed Practice

Part C – Correct the Mistakes

Write the correct sentence.

11. He am going to school. → ___________________________

12. I is a football player. → ___________________________

13. They is watching TV. → ___________________________

14. You am very funny. → ___________________________

15. It are a nice day. → ___________________________

Part D – Make Sentences

Use is, am, are to make complete sentences.

16. I / excited

17. She / my cousin

18. They / in the kitchen

19. We / ready for the exam

20. You / a great artist

📝 Final Thoughts

Understanding how to use is, am, and are is an important first step in learning English. Practice daily, speak simple sentences, and you’ll improve fast. 

Happy Learning 😊