Cool MateMeaning of It is
In simple words: A way to say something is the case.
It is in a sentence
- It is important to study for exams.
- It is going to rain today.
- It is nice to meet you.
- It is a long journey to the city.
- It is difficult to solve this puzzle.
How to use It is
Used to make statements about existence or situations. It is appropriate in both spoken and written English. More formal alternatives exist in specific contexts (e.g., 'This is').
Grammar pattern
standalone greeting
Memory hint
Think of 'It is' as a simple identifier – like a label for what exists.
Related words
Collocations with It is
- It is true
- It is time
- It is clear
Synonyms for It is
- This is
- That is
- It stands to reason
Common mistakes with It is
- Omitting 'is' when speaking.
- Confusing with 'there is' which has a different usage.
- Using 'it’s' incorrectly instead of 'it is' in formal writing.
It is appears in
It is in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
إنه / إنها
طريقة لقول أن شيئًا ما هو الحال.
- Bengaliবাংলা
এটা
কোনো কিছু যে সত্যি বা ঘটছে তা বলার একটি উপায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Es ist
Eine Art zu sagen, dass etwas der Fall ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Es
Una forma de decir que algo es así.
- Persianفارسی
این است
راهی برای گفتن اینکه چیزی درست است.
- FrenchFrançais
C'est
Une façon de dire que quelque chose est le cas.
- Hindiहिन्दी
यह है
यह कहने का एक तरीका कि कुछ मामला है।
- ItalianItaliano
È
Un modo per dire che qualcosa è così.
- PortuguesePortuguês
É
Uma forma de dizer que algo é o caso.
- RussianРусский
Это
Способ сказать, что что-то имеет место быть.
- Urduاردو
یہ ہے
یہ کہنے کا ایک طریقہ ہے کہ کوئی چیز واقعتاً ایسی ہی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
这是, 它是
一种说明某事情况的方式。
More chunks like It is
- This is
A phrase used to introduce something or give an explanation.
- It stands to reason
- Oh my god
An exclamation of surprise, shock, or amazement.
- Oh, god!
An expression of deep emotion, often used in surprise or frustration.
- Think, think, think
To have a particular opinion or belief about something.
- Gosh
An exclamation used to express surprise or wonder.
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Frequently asked questions about It is
What does It is mean?
A way to say something is the case.
What is the definition of It is?
A phrase used to assert that something exists or is true.
How do you use It is in a sentence?
It is important to study for exams.
Can you give another example of It is?
It is going to rain today.
What are synonyms for It is?
Common alternatives include This is, That is, It stands to reason.
What words go with It is?
It commonly pairs with It is true, It is time, It is clear.
What are common mistakes when using It is?
Omitting 'is' when speaking. Confusing with 'there is' which has a different usage. Using 'it’s' incorrectly instead of 'it is' in formal writing.
How do you pronounce It is?
US: //ɪt ɪz//, UK: //ɪt ɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use It is?
Used to make statements about existence or situations. It is appropriate in both spoken and written English. More formal alternatives exist in specific contexts (e.g., 'This is').