Pronouns
⭐ MasteredA pronoun replaces a noun so we don't repeat it. I, you, he, she, it, we and they are pronouns. 'Maya loves books. She reads daily.'
'It' can refer to a thing, an animal or a baby.
All about Pronouns
A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun so we do not have to repeat it. Common pronouns include I, you, he, she, it, we and they. In the sentence "Maya loves books. She reads daily," the pronoun she replaces Maya.
Pronouns have different forms depending on their job in a sentence. For example, I is used for the subject, and me is used for the object, as in "Give it to me." Using pronouns correctly makes writing smoother and less repetitive.
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Real-life uses of Pronouns
- Avoiding repeating names in a story
- Writing clear sentences in essays and letters
- Talking about people in a conversation
Frequently asked questions about Pronouns
What are possessive pronouns?
Words that show ownership, such as mine, yours, his, hers, ours and theirs.
Is "it" a pronoun?
Yes. "It" is a pronoun used for things and animals, such as "The dog wagged its tail."
What does a pronoun need to agree with?
It must match the noun it replaces in number and gender, such as "The children lost their bags."