Arn’t vs. Aren’t: Decoding the Right Spelling
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Edited by Hifza Nasir || By Shumaila Saeed || Published on March 4, 2024
The incorrect word "Arn’t" is a misspelling of the contraction "Aren't," which is short for "are not."
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Which is correct: Arn’t or Aren’t
How to spell Aren’t?
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Arn’t is Incorrect
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Aren’t is Correct
How to remember correct spelling of Aren’t?
Remember that "Aren't" is the contraction of "are not," and it follows the pattern of other contractions like "can't" and "won't."
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
Think of "Aren't" as the combination of "are" and "not," without any extra letters.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
How to use Aren’t correctly in a sentence?
Incorrect: They arn’t sure about the answer to the math problem.
Correct: They aren't sure about the answer to the math problem.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
Incorrect: We arn’t allowed to use our phones during class.
Correct: We aren't allowed to use our phones during class.
![Dua Fatima](/avatar/98a0968b4cd5e53b5ad41acedcdef1ed.webp?s=32)
Dua Fatima
Mar 04, 2024
Incorrect: Cats arn’t fond of getting wet in the rain.
Correct: Cats aren't fond of getting wet in the rain.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
Incorrect: We arn’t going to the park today because it's raining.
Correct: We aren't going to the park today because it's raining.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
Incorrect: I know you arn’t feeling well; I hope you get better soon.
Correct: I know you aren't feeling well; I hope you get better soon.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
Incorrect: You arn’t supposed to eat dessert before finishing your dinner.
Correct: You aren't supposed to eat dessert before finishing your dinner.
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Hifza Nasir
Mar 04, 2024
Aren’t Definitions
It is a colloquial way of saying "are not."
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Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
"Aren't" is a contraction of "are not," used in negative sentences.
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Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
"Aren't" is used to indicate the absence of an action or condition.
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Hifza Nasir
Aug 14, 2023
It's a shortened form used in informal speech and writing.
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Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
The contraction "aren't" is commonly used in everyday conversations.
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Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
Aren't is a contraction of "are not," used in negative statements and questions.
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Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
Aren't is often used in everyday conversation to create more natural and colloquial speech.
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Dua Fatima
Aug 14, 2023
Aren’t Example Sentences
We aren't going to the movies because there's a family gathering.
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Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
You and I aren't the only ones excited about the field trip.
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Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
We aren't going to be late if we leave now.
![Shumaila Saeed](/avatar/d6f95d2a86ee08d67b547e1809591769.webp?s=32)
Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
They aren't happy about having to do chores.
![Hifza Nasir](/avatar/cda3ffe73b9b7dcf343d35a767011239.webp?s=32)
Hifza Nasir
Aug 14, 2023
The library books aren't due until next week.
![Hifza Nasir](/avatar/cda3ffe73b9b7dcf343d35a767011239.webp?s=32)
Hifza Nasir
Aug 14, 2023
We aren't going to miss the school bus if we hurry.
![Shumaila Saeed](/avatar/d6f95d2a86ee08d67b547e1809591769.webp?s=32)
Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
She and her brother aren't fans of spicy food.
![Shumaila Saeed](/avatar/d6f95d2a86ee08d67b547e1809591769.webp?s=32)
Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
Dogs aren't allowed in the restaurant.
![Dua Fatima](/avatar/98a0968b4cd5e53b5ad41acedcdef1ed.webp?s=32)
Dua Fatima
Aug 14, 2023
The birds aren't flying south for the winter this year.
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Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
The cupcakes aren't for the party; they're for a bake sale.
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Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
The students aren't listening to the teacher's explanation.
![Shumaila Saeed](/avatar/d6f95d2a86ee08d67b547e1809591769.webp?s=32)
Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
They aren't coming to the picnic because of a family event.
![Shumaila Saeed](/avatar/d6f95d2a86ee08d67b547e1809591769.webp?s=32)
Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
The plants in the garden aren't growing well due to lack of sunlight.
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Shumaila Saeed
Aug 14, 2023
The cookies aren't too sweet, which is just the way I like them.
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Hifza Nasir
Aug 14, 2023
Repeatedly Asked Queries
How is aren't used in a sentence?
Aren't is used to indicate the negative form of are in present tense.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
Is aren't commonly used in spoken English?
Yes, aren't is a common contraction used in everyday speech.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
Is aren't used only in negative sentences?
Yes, aren't is used to make sentences negative when talking about multiple subjects.
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Hifza Nasir
Mar 04, 2024
Can aren't be used in formal writing?
No, aren't is more suited for informal or conversational contexts.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
Can aren't be used in questions?
Yes, aren't can be used in negative questions, like Aren't you coming?
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
What's the difference between aren't and isn't?
Aren't is used with plural subjects, while isn't is used with singular subjects.
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Dua Fatima
Mar 04, 2024
Can aren't be used in contractions with pronouns?
Yes, aren't can be contracted with pronouns like you, we, and they.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
Can aren't be used with I?
No, the contraction for I am not is I'm not, not I aren't.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
What are some examples of aren't in a sentence?
They aren't coming to the party, We aren't leaving yet.
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Dua Fatima
Mar 04, 2024
Can aren't be used in formal conversations?
No, aren't is considered too informal for formal conversations.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
Is aren't commonly used in written literature?
Aren't is generally not used in formal written literature but is common in dialogues and informal writing.
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Shumaila Saeed
Mar 04, 2024
Can aren't be used with nouns?
No, aren't is used with pronouns and not with nouns.
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Dua Fatima
Mar 04, 2024
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