Learn the American English pronunciation of "is" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.
Pronunciation of "is"
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Simple pronunciation
ihz
IPA transcription
/ɪz/
Word frequency
6th
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What does "is" mean?
The third person singular form of the verb 'be', used for linking the subject to other information.
Examples of "is" in a sentence
She is my friend.
The sky is blue.
The cat is sleeping.
How common is "is"?
Is is the 6th most common word in English.
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