Conjugating the Verb "To Be" - grammar
www.grammar.com › Conjugating-the-Verb-To-BeIn the entire English language, one verb stands out: the verb to be. It serves more roles than most verbs, for it can serve as a main verb and a primary auxiliary verb. As an auxiliary, it serves the vital roles of forming the passive voice ( The ball was hit by John) and the progressive tense ( John was hitting the ball over the fence ).