What is the rule of thumb when using the word "is" or "are" in a sentence? Just want to double check. Thanks!

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What is the rule of thumb when using the word "is" or "are" in a sentence? Just want to double check. Thanks!

What is the rule of thumb? For example, I know I would say, You are invited...that's understood, but what about other sentences? Is there a rule I can follow whithout second guessing myself?

2007-02-05 06:40:13 · 3 answers · asked by prettychestnuteyes 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education

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when speaking in plural use "are" (they are, we are)
when using single use "is" (he is, she is)

2007-02-05 06:44:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

singular and plural in that order. is and are.

2007-02-05 06:46:06 · answer #2 · answered by Irish 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

He/she: Is
You,They,We: Are

2007-02-05 06:47:53 · answer #3 · answered by Niecy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋