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A bhith

To be

a bhith

to be

We have met to be in the past bha (was), in the present, tha (is) and the future and the habitual present – bidh (will be). However, we need to know the infinitive a bhith (to be).

How do you use a bhith?

Use it in the same context as to be in English.

An toil leat snàmh?

Do you like to swim?

An toil leat a bhith a’ snàmh?

Do you like to be swimming?

Why do you use a bhith?

It’s useful to learn at this point as it allows us to extend our conversations.

Cuin as toil leat a bhith ag ithe?

When do you like to be eating?

Ciamar as toil leis a bhith ag ithe?

How does he like to be eating?

Carson as toil leatha a bhith ag ithe?

Why does she like to be eating?

Dè as toil leat a bhith ag ithe?

What do you like to be eating?