Arn’t vs. Aren’t: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on October 2, 2023
"Arn’t" is a common misspelling; the correct form is "Aren’t," a contraction of "are not."
Which is correct: Arn’t or Aren’t
How to spell Aren’t?
Arn’t is Incorrect
Aren’t is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember that "are" is the base verb, so the contraction should start with "are."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 01, 2023
"Aren’t" sounds like "are not," with the "e" sound present.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 01, 2023
Visualize the word "aren’t" as a shortened form of "are not" with the 'o' dropped.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 01, 2023
Think of a sentence like, “They aren’t coming,” to solidify the right spelling.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 01, 2023
Associate "aren't" with questions such as "Aren't you coming?"
Aimie Carlson
Oct 01, 2023
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Arn’t and Aren’t Definitions
Aren’t
Used to form negative statements or questions.
Aren’t we going to the store?
Sara Rehman
Sep 12, 2023
Aren’t
Used to indicate the opposite of positive statements.
I thought you were coming, but you aren’t.
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 12, 2023
Aren’t
A colloquial expression of disbelief or surprise.
You’re leaving? Aren’t you having fun?
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Sep 12, 2023
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Aren’t
A kind of anthropogenic soil, with deep mixing due to ploughing, digging, etc.
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Sep 10, 2023
FAQs
Why is it called Aren’t?
It's called "aren’t" as it’s a contraction of "are not."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 01, 2023
Which vowel is used before Aren’t?
Typically "a" as in "a reason they aren’t going."
Harlon Moss
Oct 01, 2023
What is the plural form of Aren’t?
There isn't a plural for contractions; "aren't" can apply to both singular and plural subjects.
Janet White
Oct 01, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Aren’t?
Context-dependent, but "and" is common, e.g., "They aren't ready, and we are waiting."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 01, 2023
Which article is used with Aren’t?
"An" as in "an aren’t situation" (though this isn't a typical usage).
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 01, 2023
Is Aren’t a noun or adjective?
Neither. It's a contraction of a verb phrase.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 01, 2023
What is the first form of Aren’t?
There isn't a "first form" for contractions.
Janet White
Oct 01, 2023
What is the third form of Aren’t?
There isn't a "third form" for contractions.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 01, 2023
Is Aren’t a negative or positive word?
Negative, as it's a contraction of "are not."
Aimie Carlson
Oct 01, 2023
What is the second form of Aren’t?
There isn't a "second form" for contractions.
Harlon Moss
Oct 01, 2023
Which determiner is used with Aren’t?
Determiners like "the," "this," and "every" can be used, depending on context.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 01, 2023
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