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French grammar · A1

Verb: être (to be) — Present

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Overview

Être is the most important verb. It links you to a state, identity, place. Irregular — memorize the song.

Conjugation

Sing it 3 times.

jesuis
tues
il/elle/onest
noussommes
vousêtes
ils/ellessont

Uses

Identity, profession, state, origin, location.

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