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i am a student vs i am student

"I am a student" is the more common and natural way to express that you're a student. On the other hand, "I am student" can be used in informal or conversational settings where articles are sometimes omitted.
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Last updated: August 23, 2024

i am a student

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is the standard way to express that you are a student. It includes the indefinite article 'a' before the noun 'student.'

Examples:

  • I am a student at the university.
  • She is a student in my class.
  • Are you a student at this school?
  • He wants to become a student of medicine.
  • They are a student group studying together.

Alternatives:

  • I am a student.
  • I am a student in the class.
  • I am a student of history.
  • I am a student learning English.
  • I am a student pursuing a degree.

i am student

This phrase is correct but less common in formal English.

This phrase can be used in informal or conversational settings where articles are sometimes omitted. It is less formal than 'I am a student.'

Examples:

  • I am student, so I have a lot of homework.
  • She is student at the school down the street.
  • Are you student in this class?
  • He wants to be student of the month.
  • They are student council members.

Alternatives:

  • I am a student.
  • I am a student in the class.
  • I am a student of history.
  • I am a student learning English.
  • I am a student pursuing a degree.

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