Be
Verb
UK
/biː/
US
/biː/
Definition
To exist, happen, or describe the condition or identity of something.
Example
"I will be there."
"He wants to be a doctor when he finishes his studies and training."
"They were happy to be part of the charity event that helped hundreds of people."
Explanation
“Be” is one of the most common verbs in English. It is used to describe a state, identity, or condition of something or someone. It can mean “to exist,” as in “I am here,” or it can link a subject to a description, like “She is happy.” It is also used for future plans, such as “I will be there.” The verb “be” changes form depending on the tense (am, is, are, was, were, been, being).