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How would you say are in Haitian creole?

"Are" can be expressed in Haitian Creole in different ways, depending on the context:

1. As a verb "to be":

* Se: This is the most common way to say "is" or "are" in the present tense.

* Example: "Li se yon pwofesè" (He is a teacher)

* Example: "Nou se zanmi" (We are friends)

2. As a part of a question:

* Èske: This is used to ask if something is true.

* Example: "Èske ou byen?" (Are you okay?)

* Example: "Èske yo pare?" (Are they ready?)

3. To indicate possession:

* Gen: This is used to say "has" or "have".

* Example: "Li gen yon machin" (He has a car)

* Example: "Yo gen kèk pwoblèm" (They have some problems)

4. In certain expressions:

* Ki jan ou ye?: This is a common way to say "How are you?"

* Ki sa ou fè?: This means "What are you doing?"

It's important to note that Haitian Creole is a language rich in nuance and the best way to say "are" often depends on the specific context and the intended meaning.

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