To be

The first person singular form of the verb "be," used to describe or identify yourself.

Example: I am a student.

The present tense form of "be" used with "you," "we," or "they."

Example: You are my best friend.

To exist or to show the state of something.

Example: She wants to be a doctor.

To start to be something.

Example: She wants to become a doctor.

To separate into pieces, often by force.

Example: Be careful with the glass, or it might break.

When you think about someone or something and want them to be safe or happy.

Example: She takes care of her little brother.

paying attention to what you are doing so that you do not make mistakes or hurt yourself.

Example: Be careful when you cross the road.

A hidden drawback or condition in an agreement or situation.

Example: The deal seemed too good to be true, so she carefully read the fine print to find the catch.

a plant that produces yellow seeds (called kernels) that can be eaten as food.

Example: I like to eat corn with butter.

a person whose job is to design or build machines, roads, or buildings.

Example: My brother wants to be an engineer when he grows up.

Something that grows on a tree or plant and can be eaten as food.

Example: I like to eat fruit like apples and bananas.

A small, round fruit that grows in bunches and can be eaten or used to make juice or wine.

Example: I like to eat green grapes for a snack.

An estimate or conclusion made without sufficient information or evidence.

Example: Her guess about the number of candies in the jar turned out to be correct.

To go somewhere or put something where it cannot be seen or found.

Example: The children hide behind the tree.

To want something to happen or be true.

Example: I hope you have a good day.

Having a high temperature.

Example: The soup is very hot, so be careful.

frozen water that is cold and hard.

Example: Be careful, there is ice on the road.

The third person singular form of "be," used to describe someone or something.

Example: She is my teacher.

Permission to be absent from work or duty.

Example: He requested leave from his job to take care of a family emergency.

To cause something to exist, happen, or be done.

Example: She worked hard to make the event a success.

To observe or pay attention to something.

Example: Please note that the store will be closed on Sundays.

In a position of functioning or operation.

Example: The lights are on, so someone must be home.

To ask for food, drinks, or goods to be brought or made.

Example: She wants to order a coffee.

A dramatic or theatrical performance, typically performed on a stage.

Example: The students rehearsed their lines for the school play that would be performed next week.

To sit on or in something and control or be carried by it, like a bicycle, horse, or vehicle.

Example: I ride my bike to school every day.

To be in a position where your bottom is resting on a chair or the ground.

Example: I like to sit on the sofa and watch TV.

To be on your feet in an upright position.

Example: She can stand for a long time without getting tired.

To move or be transmitted from one place to another, often referring to objects, signals, or phenomena.

Example: Sound waves can travel through air, water, and solid materials.

A person who writes books, stories, or articles.

Example: She wants to be a writer when she grows up.

used to refer to the person who is speaking or writing when they are the one doing something.

Example: Be careful not to hurt yourself.

the time from midnight to noon, used to show the hours before 12 o'clock in the day.

Example: I wake up at 7 a.m. every day.

Approximately or nearly in amount, time, or degree.

Example: The meeting will start at about 3 PM.

A higher place or level, often referring to something mentioned earlier in a text.

Example: Refer to the above for further clarification on the topic.

Something that someone does.

Example: She watched the action in the movie.

something that you do for fun or as part of a group.

Example: We did a fun activity in class today.

A person who performs in plays, movies, or on television.

Example: The actor is very good in the movie.

To put numbers or things together to make a total.

Example: I can add 2 and 3 to get 5.

The details of where someone lives or a place is located.

Example: My address is 10 Green Street.

Feeling fear or worry about something.

Example: She is afraid of the dark.

The time between 12:00 p.m. and the evening.

Example: I play football in the afternoon.

One more time or as before.

Example: Can you say that again, please?

The number of years someone has lived.

Example: She is 10 years old, so her age is 10.

Used to show how much time has passed since something happened.

Example: I saw her two days ago.

To have the same opinion as someone else.

Example: I agree with you, this is a good idea.

A vehicle with wings that can fly and carries people or goods through the air.

Example: The airplane is flying in the sky.

A place where airplanes take off and land, and where people go to travel by plane.

Example: We went to the airport to catch our flight.

A book or collection where you keep photos, stamps, or music.

Example: I have a photo album with pictures of my family.

Referring to the entire amount, quantity, or extent of something.

Example: She spent all her savings on the new car.

Completely or entirely; to the fullest extent.

Example: The room was all decorated for the party.

good or acceptable, not a problem.

Example: The food was all right, but not very tasty.