Language/Swahili-individual-language/Grammar/How-to-Use-Be
Hi Swahili (individual language) learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "be" in Swahili (individual language). We will look at the different forms of the verb and how to use them in sentences. We will also look at some examples of how to use the verb in context. So let's get started!
The verb "be" is used to express existence, identity, or a state of being. In Swahili (individual language), the verb "be" is conjugated differently depending on the subject of the sentence. The verb "be" is conjugated as follows:
| Subject | Swahili (individual language) | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | Ni | /ni/ | I am |
| You (singular) | U | /u/ | You are |
| He/She/It | Yeye | /jɛjɛ/ | He/She/It is |
| We | Sisi | /sisi/ | We are |
| You (plural) | Ninyi | /ninji/ | You are |
| They | Wao | /wao/ | They are |
Now let's look at some examples of how to use the verb "be" in sentences.
- Person 1: Ni mzuri. (/ni mzuri/) (I am fine.)
- Person 2: U mzuri sana. (/u mzuri sana/) (You are very well.)
- Person 1: Yeye mzuri sana. (/jɛjɛ mzuri sana/) (He/She/It is very well.)
- Person 2: Sisi mzuri sana. (/sisi mzuri sana/) (We are very well.)
- Person 1: Ninyi mzuri sana. (/ninji mzuri sana/) (You are very well.)
- Person 2: Wao mzuri sana. (/wao mzuri sana/) (They are very well.)
As you can see, the verb "be" is used to express existence, identity, or a state of being. To improve your Swahili (individual language) Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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