Pronoun-verb contractions

  • A contraction is a shortened form of two words combined into one, using an apostrophe to indicate the missing letters.
  • I am → I’m: Used to express something about oneself.
  • You are → You’re: Used to address someone directly.
  • He is → He’s: Refers to a male individual.
  • She is → She’s: Refers to a female individual.
  • It is → It’s: Used for objects, animals, or ideas.
  • We are → We’re: Refers to a group including the speaker.
  • They are → They’re: Refers to a group excluding the speaker.
  • I’m going to the store.
  • You’re doing a great job.
  • He’s my best friend.
  • She’s coming to the party.
  • It’s a sunny day.
  • We’re planning a trip.
  • They’re playing soccer.
  • The apostrophe (’) replaces the letters that are left out in the contraction.
  • Example: In “I’m,” the apostrophe replaces “a” in “am.”
  • Contractions are often used in informal writing and speech to make communication quicker and more conversational.
  • In formal writing, it’s often better to avoid contractions to maintain a more professional tone.

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