Spell Bee Word: is

Basic Details

Word: Is

Part of Speech: Verb (Linking/Helping)

Meaning: The third person singular present form of "be"; used to describe existence, identity, or state of being.

Synonyms: Exists, equals, represents

Antonyms: Does not exist, is not, absent

Idioms and Phrases

1. What is, is: Accepting reality as it is. Example: "We cannot change the past; what is, is."
2. Time is money: Time is valuable and should not be wasted. Example: "Hurry up with the project-time is money."

Usage Examples

Example 1: She is a talented musician.

Example 2: There is a book on the table.

Example 3: Happiness is the key to a good life.

Fun Fact

The word "is" comes from Old English "is," which has Germanic roots and has been used for over a thousand years as a basic linking verb in English.

Famous Quote

"What is done cannot be undone." - Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What part of speech is "is"?

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

Answer: b) Verb

2. Which sentence uses "is" correctly?

a) She is happy today.
b) He ising to school.
c) They is going yesterday.
d) I is book.

Answer: a) She is happy today.

3. What does the phrase "What is, is" mean?

a) Ignore reality
b) Accept reality as it is
c) Change the past
d) Predict the future

Answer: b) Accept reality as it is

4. Which is a synonym of "is"?

a) Exists
b) Does not exist
c) Runs
d) Jumps

Answer: a) Exists

5. Which is an antonym of "is"?

a) Represents
b) Exists
c) Is not
d) Equals

Answer: c) Is not