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Where we use am is are in English grammar?

Let's break down the uses of "am," "is," and "are" in English grammar. They are all forms of the verb "to be," and they function as linking verbs, connecting the subject of a sentence to a description or state of being. Here's a breakdown:

"Am"

* Used with the pronoun "I": "I am happy."

* Used in the present continuous tense with "I": "I am studying right now."

"Is"

* Used with singular subjects (one person or thing): "The cat is sleeping." "He is tall."

* Used in the present continuous tense with singular subjects: "She is playing the piano." "The sun is shining."

"Are"

* Used with plural subjects (more than one person or thing): "The dogs are barking." "We are friends."

* Used with the pronoun "you": "You are welcome."

* Used in the present continuous tense with plural subjects or the pronoun "you": "They are eating dinner." "You are learning English."

Here's a helpful table:

| Verb | Subject Type | Example |

|---|---|---|

| am | "I" | I am tired. |

| is | Singular | The book is interesting. |

| are | Plural | The flowers are beautiful. |

| are | "you" | You are kind. |

Remember:

* "Am" is only used with the pronoun "I."

* "Is" is used with singular subjects (one person or thing).

* "Are" is used with plural subjects (more than one person or thing) and the pronoun "you."

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