Definition

Belonging to or associated with the people or things previously mentioned.

Example

Their house is the largest on the street.

Conversation

Did you see how well they performed in the competition?

Yeah, I was really impressed by their skills!

I think it shows how much effort they put into their training.

Absolutely! Hard work really pays off.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'their' originates from Old English 'þeira', which is the genitive form of 'þe' (meaning 'the'). It indicates possession, meaning belonging to them.

Memory Tip

Think of 'the' as a base word that helps you remember 'their' means something that belongs to 'them'.

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