Is he your friend? Yes, he is.
- Language
- English
- Level
- A0
- Unit
- Basic negatives and questions
- Practice types
- 0
What this grammar point covers
Short answers repeat the helper verb from the question.
When to use it
Use short answers to respond naturally without repeating full sentences.
Key forms
- Yes, I am. / No, I am not.
- Yes, she does. / No, she does not.
- Yes, they are. / No, they are not.
Examples
Do you like coffee? No, I do not.
Are they at home? Yes, they are.
Does she study here? No, she does not.
Tips
- Use the same helper as the question.
- Avoid one-word answers only in early practice; complete short forms are better.
- Contracted negatives are common: isn't, aren't, don't, doesn't.
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