be

Meaning of be in English

Verb

US /bi/ UK /biː/

1. a word used to describe someone or something or give more information about them

She is my girlfriend.

2. a word used to show that something exists

The cat is in the park.

3. a word used to show that someone is present

I will be at home tonight.

4. a word used to have a particular quality, nature, role etc.

I'm happy.

5. a word used to grow to be

I want to be a doctor.

6. a word used to help make other verbs

"What are you doing?" "I am reading."

7. a word used instead of ‘go’ in questions and in negative sentences

Have you been to London?