BE BEEN BEING MADE EASY SPOKEN ENGLISH FOR BEGINNERS IN MALAYALAM ENGLISH GRAMMAR, SPEAKING PRACTICE

Introduction

This tutorial is designed to simplify the usage of the English verbs "be," "been," and "being" for beginners, particularly for Malayalam speakers. Understanding these verbs is crucial for forming sentences and improving your spoken English. This step-by-step guide will help you grasp these concepts through practical examples and exercises.

Step 1: Understanding the Verb "Be"

• Definition: "Be" is the base form of the verb and is used to indicate existence or identity.
• Forms:
  • Present: am, is, are
  • Past: was, were
• Usage:
  • To describe a state:
    • Example: I am happy.
    • Example: They are students.
• Practice: Create sentences using the different forms of "be" focusing on your own experiences.

Step 2: Learning the Verb "Been"

• Definition: "Been" is the past participle of "be," primarily used in perfect tenses.
• Usage:
  • To indicate an action completed in the past with relevance to the present.
  • Example: I have been to the market.
• Practice: Form sentences using "have been" or "has been" to talk about experiences:
  • Example: She has been my friend for five years.

Step 3: Exploring the Verb "Being"

• Definition: "Being" is the present participle of "be," used in continuous forms and for gerunds.
• Usage:
  • To describe ongoing actions or states.
  • Example: He is being silly.
• Practice: Construct sentences using "being":
  • Example: Being kind is important.

Step 4: Practical Exercises

• Listening Practice: Engage in listening exercises by following conversations in English.
  • Suggested resource: Listen to conversations from the provided playlists to familiarize yourself with the flow of sentences.
• Speaking Practice: Join speaking practice sessions to enhance fluency.
  • Suggested resource: Participate in conversations available in the playlists.

Step 5: Join the Community

• Engagement: Join online groups to practice and ask questions.
  • Suggested resource: Facebook group for daily English practice.
• Follow on Social Media: Stay updated with tips and exercises by following on Instagram.

Conclusion

Understanding "be," "been," and "being" is essential for constructing meaningful sentences in English. By following the steps outlined above, practicing regularly, and engaging with the community, you will improve your English speaking skills. Start by incorporating these verbs into your daily conversations and continue to explore more resources for practice. Happy learning!