GRAMMAR & STRUCTURE
Pronouns

Definition

Pronouns replace subjects and objects in sentences. A pronoun has the same meaning as the subject or object word it replaces.

Example

Harry likes his job. He is a teacher.

Explanation

Pronouns --

• can be subjects or objects.
• If they come before the verb they are subject pronouns.
• If they come after the verb they are object pronouns.
• can show possession.
• have different functions:
• Subject pronouns replace nouns before the verb.
• Object pronouns replace nouns after the verb.
• Possessive pronouns replace object nouns and show possession.
• "There" can be used to replace nouns that name a place. For example: "I live in Victoria. It is a beautiful city. I am very happy there."

Related Sections

Count & Non-Count Nouns
Determiners: Demonstratives
Direct & Indirect Objects
Possessive Adjectives
Questions
Simple Sentences