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

Is he your friend? Yes, he is.

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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