'Its', 'it's', and 'its'' are commonly confused words in English grammar. Understanding the difference between 'its', 'it's', and 'its'' is important to use them correctly in written and spoken English.
'Its' is a possessive pronoun that indicates ownership or belonging. It is used to show that something belongs to or is associated with a thing or animal.
'It's' is a contraction of 'it is' or 'it has'. It is used to describe or identify something.
'Its'' is an incorrect form that is not used in standard English. The correct form is 'its'.
Let's take a closer look at the meanings and usage of 'its', 'it's', and 'its''.
| 'Its' | 'It's' | 'Its'' (Incorrect) |
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| The word 'its' is used to indicate possession or association with a thing or animal. | The word 'it's' is a contraction of 'it is' or 'it has'. | The form 'its'' is not used in standard English. |
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To remember the difference between 'its', 'it's', and 'its'', it can be helpful to remember that 'its' indicates possession or association, 'it's' is a contraction of 'it is' or 'it has', and 'its'' is an incorrect form.
Here are some examples of correct usage:
- The cat licked its paws. (indicating possession)
- It's time to go to bed. (contraction of 'it is')
- The bird built its nest in the tree. (showing association)
- It's been a pleasure working with you. (contraction of 'it has')
Remembering the correct usage of 'its', 'it's', and 'its'' will improve your grammar and communication skills.
