Know Your English (May 2001)

Know your English

What is the question tag to be used for ``I am a boy''?

The question tag that is normally used is ``aren't I''. This would be considered standard. In informal contexts one could also say ``ain't I''. The word ``ain't'' however is considered non- standard. It is also possible to say ``am I not?''


Source:
The Hindu daily, Tuesday, May 29, 2001