Nouns and Pronouns

Correct capitalization and spelling of nouns and pronouns are key to clear writing.

A noun is used to name a person, place, or thing. A pronoun is used to replace a noun in a sentence. There are different kids of nouns and pronouns such as the ones listed here:

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Proper Nouns

Possessive Nouns

Personal Pronouns

Possessive Pronouns​

- Name a specific person, place, or thing.

- Begin with a capital letter.

Examples:​

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Proper Nouns

-Show Ownership

-Uses an apostrophe​

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Possessive Nouns

- Replace possessive nouns to show ownership

My, Your, You, and They​

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Possessive Pronouns