#28. what are Definite Pronouns, Types and Functions in English language

Lesson No. 28 

what are Definite Pronouns, Types and Functions in English language

Definite pronouns are words that refer to specific nouns or groups of nouns and eliminate the need to repeat the noun in a sentence. They include the following:

1. The - used to refer to a specific noun or group of nouns that are unique or known to the speaker and the listener. Example: "The car is red."

2. This and That - used to refer to a specific noun or group of nouns that are near or far from the speaker, respectively. Example: "This is my favorite book." / "That is my favorite movie."

3. These and Those - used to refer to a specific group of nouns that are near or far from the speaker, respectively. Example: "These are my favorite books." / "Those are my favorite movies."

4. Each and Every - used to refer to all members of a group individually. Example: "Each student has a book." / "Every student has a book."

5. Either and Neither - used to refer to two things or people, and to indicate that one of two possibilities is being discussed or to express negative choice, respectively. Example: "Either you come with me or I go alone." / "Neither of them knows the answer."

In conclusion, definite pronouns are used in the English language to refer to specific nouns or groups of nouns, eliminating the need to repeat the noun in a sentence. They include "the", "this", "that", "these", "those", "each", "every", "either", and "neither".

How many Types of Definite Pronouns in English language

The Nine types of Definite Pronouns in English:

1. "The" - used to refer to a specific noun or group of nouns that are unique or known to the speaker and the listener. Example: "The sun rises in the east."

2. "This" and "That" - used to refer to a specific noun or group of nouns that are near or far from the speaker, respectively. Example: "This is my favorite book." / "That is my favorite movie."

3. "These" and "Those" - used to refer to a specific group of nouns that are near or far from the speaker, respectively. Example: "These are my favorite books." / "Those are my favorite movies."

4. "Each" and "Every" - used to refer to all members of a group individually. Example: "Each student has a book." / "Every student has a book."

5. "Either" and "Neither" - used to refer to two things or people, and to indicate that one of two possibilities is being discussed or to express negative choice, respectively. Example: "Either you come with me or I go alone." / "Neither of them knows the answer."

6. "One" - used to refer to a person or thing in a general sense, often used in constructions such as "one should..." or "one must..." Example: "One should always be polite."

7. "Another" - used to refer to an additional person or thing. Example: "I have one book, give me another."

8. "Such" - used to refer to a person or thing that is similar or equivalent to one already mentioned. Example: "I have never seen such a beautiful sunset."

9. "Self" - used to refer to the speaker or writer. Example: "I did it all by myself."

In conclusion, there are 9 types of definite pronouns in English language which are used to refer to specific nouns or groups of nouns, eliminating the need to repeat the noun in a sentence.

What are the Functions of Definite Pronouns in English language

Definite pronouns serve several functions in the English language, including:

1. Referring to specific nouns or groups of nouns: Definite pronouns eliminate the need to repeat the noun in a sentence and refer to specific nouns or groups of nouns that are unique or known to the speaker and the listener.

2. Indicating proximity or distance: Definite pronouns like "this" and "these" are used to refer to nouns that are near the speaker, while "that" and "those" are used to refer to nouns that are farther away.

3. Expressing individual members of a group: Definite pronouns like "each" and "every" are used to refer to all members of a group individually.

4. Making choices or expressing negative choices: Definite pronouns like "either" and "neither" are used to indicate that one of two possibilities is being discussed or to express negative choice, respectively.

5. Referring to people or things in a general sense: Definite pronoun "one" is used to refer to a person or thing in a general sense, often used in constructions such as "one should..." or "one must...".

6. Referring to additional people or things: Definite pronoun "another" is used to refer to an additional person or thing.

7. Referring to similar or equivalent people or things: Definite pronoun "such" is used to refer to a person or thing that is similar or equivalent to one already mentioned.

8. Referring to the speaker or writer: Definite pronoun "self" is used to refer to the speaker or writer.

In conclusion, definite pronouns serve several functions in the English language, including referring to specific nouns or groups of nouns, indicating proximity or distance, expressing individual members of a group, making choices or expressing negative choices, referring to people or things in a general sense, referring to additional people or things, referring to similar or equivalent people or things, and referring to the speaker or writer.

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