Spell Bee Word: am

Basic Details

Word: Am

Part of Speech: Verb (first-person singular present of "to be")

Meaning: Used with "I" to indicate existence, identity, or a state of being.

Synonyms: Exist, be

Antonyms: (None directly, but "am not" expresses the opposite of being)

Idioms and Phrases

1. I am what I am: A phrase meaning "I accept myself as I am." Example: "She confidently said, 'I am what I am', showing self-acceptance."
2. As I am: Describes someone being accepted in their natural state. Example: "He loved her as she was, accepting her as she is."

Usage Examples

Example 1: I am happy to help you with your homework.

Example 2: I am a student at this school.

Example 3: I am learning new things every day.

Fun Fact

The word "am" is one of the oldest words in the English language, coming from the Old English "eom", which also meant "I am".

Famous Quote

"I think, therefore I am." - Rene Descartes

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What part of speech is "am"?

a) Noun
b) Adjective
c) Verb
d) Pronoun

Answer: c) Verb

2. Which sentence uses "am" correctly?

a) I am reading a book.
b) Am going to school yesterday.
c) I ams happy.
d) She am tired.

Answer: a) I am reading a book.

3. What does "am" indicate?

a) Past action
b) Future intention
c) Present state of being
d) A place name

Answer: c) Present state of being

4. Which of the following is a synonym of "am"?

a) Exist
b) Run
c) Laugh
d) Sleep

Answer: a) Exist

5. What is the famous quote by Descartes using "am"?

a) I am ready.
b) I am happy.
c) I think, therefore I am.
d) Am I late?

Answer: c) I think, therefore I am.