'Are' and 'our' are commonly confused words in English grammar. Understanding the difference between 'are' and 'our' is important to use them correctly in written and spoken English.
'Are' is a verb that is used to indicate the present tense of the verb 'be' for the second person singular and plural, and the first and third person plural. It is used to describe or identify the subject of a sentence.
'Our' is a possessive pronoun that indicates ownership or belonging. It is used to show that something belongs to or is associated with 'us'.
Let's take a closer look at the meanings and usage of 'are' and 'our'.
| 'Are' | 'Our' |
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| The word 'are' is a verb that is used to describe or identify the subject of a sentence. | The word 'our' is a possessive pronoun that indicates ownership or belonging. |
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To remember the difference between 'are' and 'our', it can be helpful to remember that 'are' is a verb that describes the subject, while 'our' is a possessive pronoun that shows ownership or belonging.
Here are some examples of correct usage:
- Are you ready for the meeting? (asking about someone's state of readiness)
- Our team won the game. (indicating ownership)
- Are they coming to the party? (asking about someone's plans)
- Our dog is very friendly. (showing association with 'us')
Remembering the correct usage of 'are' and 'our' will improve your grammar and communication skills.
