When to Use Possessive Pronouns

What are possessive pronouns?

Possessive pronouns show ownership or possession. They replace nouns and indicate to whom or to what something belongs.

Which of the following is an example of a possessive pronoun?

A. my
B. he
C. she
D. them

Answer:

A. my

Possessive pronouns demonstrate ownership. They include words like "my," "your," "his," "her," "its," "our," and "their." These pronouns show that something belongs to someone or something, such as "This is my book" or "Is this your phone?"

When using possessive pronouns, it is important to match them correctly with the noun they are replacing. For example, you would say "That is her book" instead of "That is she book." Possessive pronouns do not require apostrophes to indicate possession. They stand alone as complete words showing ownership.

Overall, possessive pronouns serve to identify who something belongs to without the need for repetition of the noun. Understanding when and how to use possessive pronouns correctly can enhance your writing and speaking skills.