Pronoun-verb contractions
key notes:
1. What are Pronoun-Verb Contractions?
- Pronoun-verb contractions combine a pronoun (like I, you, he, she, it, we, they) with a verb (like is, am, are, will, have) to make a shorter form.
2. Common Pronoun-Verb Contractions
Here are some of the most common contractions, along with their meanings:
| Contraction | Pronoun + Verb | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| I’m | I + am | I’m happy to see you. |
| You’re | You + are | You’re going to love this! |
| He’s | He + is | He’s my best friend. |
| She’s | She + is | She’s reading a book. |
| It’s | It + is | It’s a sunny day. |
| We’re | We + are | We’re going to the park. |
| They’re | They + are | They’re playing soccer. |
| Don’t | Do + not | Don’t forget your homework! |
| Can’t | Can + not | Can’t you help me? |
| Won’t | Will + not | Won’t you come with us? |
| Haven’t | Have + not | I haven’t seen that movie. |
3. How to Use Contractions
- Make sure to use the correct contraction depending on the subject.
- Contractions can help sentences sound more natural and less formal. Examples:
- Instead of saying “I am going,” you can say, “I’m going.”
- Instead of saying “They are my friends,” you can say, “They’re my friends.”
4. Important Notes:
- Be careful: In formal writing, it’s often better to use the full forms (e.g., “I am” instead of “I’m”).
- Practice: Use contractions in speaking and writing to become more comfortable with them.
Practice Examples:
- Incorrect: “I am going to the store.”
- Correct: “I’m going to the store.”
- Incorrect: “You are my best friend.”
- Correct: “You’re my best friend.”
- Incorrect: “They are coming over later.”
- Correct: “They’re coming over later.”
let’s practice!
