Using "to be" to Talk About Looks

When we talk about how people look in English, we mainly use the verb "to be." This verb helps us describe things like hair color, height, and face features.

1. Basic Structure

Using "to be" is pretty simple:

• Subject + am/is/are + adjective

2. Examples of Describing Looks

• Hair Color:

  • "She is blonde."
  • "He is a brunette."

• Height:

  • "I am tall."
  • "They are short."

• Build:

  • "She is slim."
  • "He is muscular."

3. Using "to be" with Special Traits

You can also use "to be" to talk about special traits:

• "I am young."
• "She is beautiful."
• "He is handsome."

4. Negative Form

If you want to say what someone is not, just add "not":

• "She is not tall."
• "He is not old."

5. Questions

To ask about how someone looks, use "to be":

• "What color is her hair?"
• "Is he tall?"

Words to Remember

• Adjectives: tall, short, slim, muscular, beautiful, handsome, young.

By practicing these phrases, you'll get better at talking about how people look in English!