'Their', 'there', and 'they're' are commonly confused words in English grammar. Understanding the difference between 'their', 'there', and 'they're' is important to use them correctly in written and spoken English.
'Their' is a possessive pronoun that shows ownership or belonging. It is used to indicate that something belongs to a group of people.
'There' is an adverb that indicates a place or location. It is used to point out the position or existence of something.
'They're' is a contraction of 'they are'. It is used to describe a group of people or to show an action or characteristic of a group of people.
Let's take a closer look at the meanings and usage of 'their', 'there', and 'they're'.
| 'Their' | 'There' | 'They're' |
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| The word 'their' is used to show ownership or belonging. | The word 'there' is used to indicate a place or location. | The word 'they're' is a contraction of 'they are'. |
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To remember the difference between 'their', 'there', and 'they're', it can be helpful to understand their specific meanings and usage:
- 'Their' is used to show possession or belonging to a group of people.
- 'There' is used to indicate a place or location.
- 'They're' is a contraction of 'they are' and is used to describe a group of people or show an action or characteristic of a group of people.
Here are some examples of correct usage:
- Their dog is very friendly. (indicating ownership)
- I left my keys over there. (pointing to a place)
- They're going to the movies tonight. (describing a group of people)
- There are many options to choose from. (indicating existence)
Remembering the correct usage of 'their', 'there', and 'they're' will improve your grammar and communication skills.
