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.