Være · To Be
Fill in the blank with the correct form of være. The English sentence is given as a hint.
Fill in the blank with the correct form of være. The English sentence is given as a hint.
Used for present states, facts, and identity. Same form for all persons.
| jeg | er |
| du | er |
| han / hun / den / det | er |
| vi | er |
| I | er |
| de | er |
Used for past states — equivalent to English "was/were". Same form for all persons.
| jeg / du / han / hun | var |
| vi / I / de | var |
Formed with vil + infinitive. Used for future states and events.
| jeg / du / han / hun | vil være |
| vi / I / de | vil være |
Formed with har + past participle. Used for actions that have happened and remain relevant.
| jeg / du / han / hun | har været |
| vi / I / de | har været |
| Participium: været | |