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Their vs There
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What's the difference? Which one is correct?

Their

Definition: Belonging to or associated with the people or things previously mentioned or easily identified.

Usage: Their car is parked outside.

Example sentences:
  • 1. Their house is bigger than ours.
  • 2. Their dog is very friendly.
  • 3. Their parents are coming to visit.
There

Definition: In, at, or to that place or position.

Usage: Put the book over there.

Example sentences:
  • 1. There is a park near our house.
  • 2. There are many people waiting in line.
  • 3. There she is, standing by the door.

"Their" is a possessive pronoun, used to show ownership. "There" is an adverb indicating a place or position. "They're" is a contraction of "they are."

Quizzes about "Their" vs "There"

Their vs There: 5 Quizzes

1. Which word is used to indicate possession?

2. Which word is used to indicate a location?

3. Which word is a contraction of 'They are'?

4. Which word is possessive and plural?

5. Which word is used to indicate existence or presence?

FAQs

  • What is the difference between 'Their', 'There', and 'They're'?

    Their is a possessive pronoun, used to show ownership. There is an adverb, used to indicate a place or location. They're is a contraction of 'they are'.

  • Can you give me an example of how to use 'Their' in a sentence?

    Sure! Here's an example: 'Their house is beautiful.'

  • How can I use 'There' correctly in a sentence?

    You can use 'There' to indicate a place or location. For example: 'The book is over there.'

  • What does 'They're' mean?

    'They're' is a contraction of 'they are'. It is used to indicate that a group of people or things are doing something. For example: 'They're going to the park.'

  • Can you provide an example of using 'They're' in a sentence?

    Certainly! Here's an example: 'They're going to the movies tonight.'