* Is - This is the most common translation, used when "est" acts as a verb in the present tense. For example: "Il est grand" (He is tall).
* Being - This translation is used when "est" is part of a present participle. For example: "Il est en train de chanter" (He is singing).
* It is - This is a direct translation of "est" when it is used as a subject pronoun. For example: "Est-ce que tu es prêt?" (Are you ready?)
* To be - This translation is used when "est" is part of an infinitive phrase. For example: "C'est agréable d'être ici" (It is pleasant to be here).
Without context, it is impossible to determine the exact meaning of "est" in English.
Please provide more information about the sentence or phrase containing "est" so I can give you a more accurate translation.