Language
English
Level
A2
Unit
Questions and answers
Practice types
0

What this grammar point covers

Short answers are quick ways to reply to yes/no questions in English without repeating the full sentence.

When to use it

Use short answers when someone asks you a yes/no question. They make your answers clear and polite.

Key forms

  • Yes/No + subject + auxiliary verb.
  • Yes, I am. / No, she isn't.
  • Yes, we do. / No, they don't.

Examples

Are you ready? Yes, I am.

Do you like pizza? No, I don't.

Is he at home? Yes, he is.

Did they call? No, they didn't.

Tips

  • Always use the correct auxiliary verb from the question.
  • Don't just say 'Yes' or 'No'—add the subject and auxiliary verb.
  • Be careful with contractions: 'isn't', 'don't', 'didn't'.

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