What is the English phrase am in French?

The English phrase "am" doesn't translate directly into French. You need to use the verb "être" (to be) conjugated in the first person singular present tense.

Here's how it works:

* "I am" becomes "Je suis" (pronounced "zhuh swee").

For example:

* "I am happy." -> "Je suis heureux/heureuse."

* "I am a student." -> "Je suis étudiant/étudiante."