Pronouns are words we use instead of names. They help us avoid repeating the same noun over and over. There are two main types you need to know: subject pronouns and object pronouns.
1. Subject Pronouns — do the action
Subject pronouns go before the verb. They are the person or thing that performs the action.
She works in London. → "She" is the subject — she does the working.
2. Object Pronouns — receive the action
Object pronouns go after the verb (or after a preposition like to, for, with). They receive the action.
I called him yesterday. → "him" is the object — he receives the call.
🔑 Focus: he / him & she / her
These are the pairs that cause the most confusion. Notice the pattern: the subject form ends in -e, and the object form ends in -im or -er.
| Subject | Object | Example |
|---|---|---|
| he | him | He called him. |
| she | her | She met her. |
Click the words to build a correct sentence. Pay attention to whether you need a subject pronoun or an object pronoun!
Build the sentence: Maria's brother gave a gift to Maria.
Click words below to build your sentence...
Research in applied linguistics and cognitive psychology strongly argues that producing your own sentences, using newly learned grammar or vocabulary, is one of the most effective ways to memorize language.
Recommended Practice: Write your own sentences using "he/him" and "she/her". Share them with your teacher in the next class. Happy writing!