What's the Difference Between 'All Are' and 'All Is'?

In this blog post we look at when to use all are and when to use all is.

'All Are' or 'All Is'?

"All is" and "all are" are two different phrases that are used to describe a group or collective.

The phrase "all is" is used when the subject of the sentence is singular, while the phrase "all are" is used when the subject of the sentence is plural.

It's important to use the correct verb form when using the phrase "all is" or "all are" in a sentence. If the subject of the sentence is singular, the verb should be in the singular form, and if the subject of the sentence is plural, the verb should be in the plural form.

Here are some examples to illustrate the difference between "all are" and "all is":

  • "All is well." (In this sentence, "all" is the subject of the sentence, and it is singular. Therefore, the phrase "all is" is used.)

  • "All are welcome here." (In this sentence, "all" is the subject of the sentence, and it is plural. Therefore, the phrase "all are" is used.)

  • "All is lost." (In this sentence, "all" is the subject of the sentence, and it is singular. Therefore, the phrase "all is" is used.)

  • "All are invited to the party." (In this sentence, "all" is the subject of the sentence, and it is plural. Therefore, the phrase "all are" is used.)

  • "All is not what it seems." (In this sentence, "all" is the subject of the sentence, and it is singular. Therefore, the phrase "all is" is used.)

  • "All are required to wear masks." (In this sentence, "all" is the subject of the sentence, and it is plural. Therefore, the phrase "all are" is used.)

Examples of All Are in a Sentence

Here are ten example sentences using the phrase "all is":

  1. "All is well."

  2. "All is lost."

  3. "All is not what it seems."

  4. "All is quiet in the house."

  5. "All is forgiven."

  6. "All is ready for the party."

  7. "All is in place for the presentation."

  8. "All is set for the wedding."

  9. "All is in order for the trip."

  10. "All is accounted for."

Examples of All Is in a Sentence

Here are ten example sentences using the phrase "all are":

  1. "All are welcome here."

  2. "All are invited to the party."

  3. "All are required to wear masks."

  4. "All are expected to attend the meeting."

  5. "All are encouraged to participate in the discussion."

  6. "All are asked to bring their own lunch."

  7. "All are welcome to join the team."

  8. "All are asked to turn off their phones during the performance."

  9. "All are encouraged to speak their minds."

  10. "All are welcome to contribute their ideas."


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