Romanian · Common Verbs
a fi
To be
Beginnerverb
Definition
To exist or to have a certain quality.
Example
Vreau să fiu profesor.
I want to be a teacher.
Etymology
The verb 'a fi' stems from the Latin 'esse', which means 'to be'. It has evolved into a fundamental component of Romanian syntax and verb conjugation.
How & Where It’s Used
'A fi' is used across all contexts, both formal and informal, prevalent in spoken and written language. It forms the foundation for many sentences in everyday Romanian.