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Understanding Their, There, They're, Its, and It's: A Comprehensive Guide

This guide clarifies the common grammatical confusion surrounding "their," "there," "they're," "its," and "it's." Each term is explained with examples showcasing their uses. Discover the rules governing these words, including "there's" as a contraction for "there is," "theirs" as a possessive pronoun, and distinctions between "its" and "it's." You'll learn how to differentiate and correctly employ these terms in sentences, improving your writing and communication skills. Perfect for students and anyone looking to refine their grammar knowledge.

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Understanding Their, There, They're, Its, and It's: A Comprehensive Guide

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  1. Grammar Notes Their, Theirs, They’re, There, There’s It’s, Its

  2. Adverb meaning “that location” • There’s = contraction meaning there is • Examples: • The dog is over there. • I left my phone there. • There’s no time left. There, There’s

  3. Possessive pronoun (it belongs to them) • Theirs = plural possessive pronoun • Their’s does not exist! • Examples • Their daughter goes to school at Harvard. • Is that their house? • That dog is theirs. Their, Theirs

  4. Contraction meaning they are • Examples: • They’re going shopping tomorrow. • I wonder if they’re bringing cookies. • I don’t know what they’re doing tomorrow. They’re

  5. Contraction meaning it is or it has • Examples: • The cat’s not mine, it’s Lisa’s. • It’s not fair, but that’s the way life goes. • I’ve been practicing all day, but it’s pointless; I’ll never be a concert violinist! It’s

  6. Possessive pronoun – it belongs to someone/something • Hint: replace its with her or his • Examples: • The dodo bird is know for its inability to fly. • Love rears its ugly head. • Nothing can take its place. Its

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