English grammar

Present Passive

Used when the action happens regularly or is currently ongoing and the focus is on what receives the action rather than who does it. "Mistakes are made." "It's manufactured in Japan."

is/are + past participle

Real Examples from Native Speakers

"Cook them till they're done."

One-Pot Cajun Pasta Dinner With Green Bean Side

How it works

Formula

is/are + past participle

This page combines the textbook rule with real-world English: every example is an unscripted clip from a real native speaker. You're hearing how this grammar point sounds in real life, not in a classroom.