Verb Conjugation: "Sein" (To Be)
The verb "sein" is one of the most important verbs in German, and it is used to express states, identity, and existence. Below is the conjugation of "sein" in the present tense:
| Pronoun |
Conjugation |
English Translation |
| Ich |
bin |
I am |
| Du |
bist |
You are (informal) |
| Er / Sie / Es |
ist |
He / She / It is |
| Wir |
sind |
We are |
| Ihr |
seid |
You all are (plural informal) |
| Sie / sie |
sind |
You are (formal) / They are |
Examples of "Sein" in Sentences
Ich bin glücklich. - I am happy.
Du bist müde. - You are tired.
Er ist Lehrer. - He is a teacher.
Wir sind Freunde. - We are friends.
Ihr seid im Park. - You all are in the park.
Sie sind nett. - They are nice.
Usage Tips
The verb "sein" is irregular and must be memorized. It is used for:
- Describing characteristics: Er ist groß. (He is tall.)
- Expressing conditions: Ich bin krank. (I am sick.)
- Introducing oneself: Ich bin Maria. (I am Maria.)
- Expressing locations: Wir sind zu Hause. (We are at home.)