are
Translation
are
Examples
We are happy.
We are happy.
You are in the garden.
You are in the garden.
They are playing football.
They are playing soccer.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) ((are)) ((adjective/noun/prepositional phrase)) We are students.
((subject)) ((are)) ((-ing verb)) They are running.
Similar Words
Synonyms: exist, live
Etymology
From Old English 'earun', a plural form of the verb 'to be'.
Memory Tips
Remember 'are' is used with 'you', 'we', 'they', and plural nouns. Think 'A' for 'are' and 'R' for 'plural'.