Are you ready? Yes, I am.
- Language
- English
- Level
- A2
- Unit
- Questions and answers
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- 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
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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