Use pronoun-verb contractions

Key Notes :

What Are Contractions?

  • Definition: A contraction is a shorter way of combining two words into one, using an apostrophe (’).
  • Example: “I am” becomes “I’m.”

Common Pronoun-Verb Contractions

  1. I am → I’m
  • Example: I’m excited for the trip.
  1. You are → You’re
  • Example: You’re a great friend.
  1. He is → He’s
  • Example: He’s playing soccer.
  1. She is → She’s
  • Example: She’s reading a book.
  1. It is → It’s
  • Example: It’s a sunny day.
  1. We are → We’re
  • Example: We’re going to the park.
  1. They are → They’re
  • Example: They’re my classmates.

How to Use Contractions

  1. Combine the Words: Take the two words you want to shorten.
  2. Remove Letters: Take out some letters from the second word.
  3. Add an Apostrophe: Place an apostrophe where the letters were removed.

Why Use Contractions?

  • Makes Speech Easier: Contractions help us talk and write more smoothly.
  • Common in Everyday Language: People often use contractions in conversations.

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