Understanding Pronouns

1. What Are Pronouns?

Pronouns are words that replace nouns to avoid repetition and keep writing smooth.

Common Pronoun Types

Type	Purpose	Examples
Personal Pronouns	Replace people/things	he, she, they, it
Possessive Pronouns	Show ownership	his, her, their
Demonstrative Pronouns	Point to something	this, that, these, those
Relative Pronouns	Connect clauses	who, which, that
Reflexive Pronouns	Refer back to the subject	myself, yourself, themselves
Indefinite Pronouns	Refer to non-specific things	everyone, something, none

Why Pronouns Matter

Pronouns:

• Prevent repetitive, robotic writing
• Improve flow and readability
• Help maintain clarity when referencing people or things

But they must be used carefully to avoid confusion.