Como usar There is e There are - Inglês Minuto - Aprenda there is there are

Summary

This quick English lesson teaches how to correctly use 'There is' and 'There are' to express existence or presence in a place. It covers the use of 'There is' for singular objects and 'There are' for plural ones, and highlights common mistakes, especially for Portuguese speakers who may incorrectly use 'have' instead. The lesson also explains how to form negative sentences by adding 'not' and how to ask questions by inverting the structure. The video includes practical examples, simple answers for yes/no questions, and encourages viewers to subscribe for more lessons.

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Q & A

What is the purpose of 'There is' and 'There are'?

'There is' and 'There are' are used to indicate that something exists or is present in a particular place.

When should I use 'There is' and 'There are'?

'There is' is used for singular nouns, while 'There are' is used for plural nouns.

How do 'There is' and 'There are' translate into Portuguese?

'There is' translates to 'Há' for singular, and 'There are' translates to 'Há' for plural in Portuguese.

What mistake do many people make when using 'There is' and 'There are'?

Many people mistakenly use the verb 'have' (e.g., 'Have a boy in the bedroom'), influenced by Portuguese, but this is incorrect.

How should the phrase 'Have a boy in the bedroom' be corrected in English?

The correct form is 'There is a boy in the bedroom.'

How do I form negative sentences using 'There is' and 'There are'?

To form negative sentences, simply add 'not' after 'is' or 'are'. For example, 'There is not a dog on the table.' or 'There are not five students in the classroom.'

Can I use contractions in negative sentences with 'There is' and 'There are'?

Yes, you can use contractions. For example, 'There isn't a dog on the table.' or 'There aren't five students in the classroom.'

How do I form questions with 'There is' and 'There are'?

To form a question, invert the order of the sentence. For example, 'Is there a TV in the room?' or 'Are there five students in the classroom?'

What are the responses to questions using 'There is' and 'There are'?

For positive answers, use 'Yes, there is' or 'Yes, there are.' For negative answers, use 'No, there isn't' or 'No, there aren't.'

What does 'Is there a TV in the room?' mean in English?

'Is there a TV in the room?' is asking if a TV exists or is present in the room.