Possessive Adjectives
Possessive adjectives show ownership of the noun. The word “possess” means to own, and this meaning is carried over to the grammatical function of possessive adjectives.
Unlike possessive pronouns, possessive adjectives must precede, or come before a noun.
What are some common mistakes when using possessive adjectives?
- It’s vs. its: For possessive nouns, we use an apostrophe and “s” to show ownership (e.g. Charlie’s toy). However, “it’s” is a contraction for “it + is” or “it + has” rather than a word that shows ownership. To show something that belongs to an “it”, use “its” without the apostrophe.
- Their, there, they’re: Be wary of these homophones. They sound the same, but are spelled differently. The functions are different as well. Use “their” to show something belonging to them.
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