Demonstrative pronouns:

There are four demonstrative pronouns in English: this, that, these, and those.

This and that are used to refer to singular nouns, while these and those are used to refer to plural nouns.

This refers to something that is near in space or time, while that refers to something that is far in space or time.

This is my favorite book.

That movie was incredible!

I can’t believe this happened to me!

Is that your car parked outside?

I prefer this restaurant over that one.

 

These refers to things that are near in space or time, while those refers to things that are far in space or time.

These are the shoes I bought yesterday.

Those cookies taste delicious.

These flowers are beautiful.

Those birds are singing a lovely melody.

Can you pass me those pens, please?

 

 

 

 

Usage of demonstrative pronouns:

Demonstrative pronouns are used to point to or identify a specific person, place, or thing.

This is my friend Sarah. She is a talented musician.

That is the Eiffel Tower. It’s an iconic landmark in Paris.

These are the keys to my house. Please don’t lose them.

Those are my parents. They are visiting from out of town.

I can’t believe this is my new car! It’s so sleek and stylish.

Is that your laptop on the table? You should put it away.

These are the documents you need to review for the meeting.

Those are the mountains I climbed last summer. The view was breathtaking.

I remember this restaurant. The food here is absolutely delicious.

Look at that cute puppy! I think it wants to play.

 

In these sentences, the demonstrative pronouns are: This, that, these, and those are used to specifically

point out or identify a particular person, place, or thing.

They can also be used to indicate the location of something in relation to the speaker or the listener.

Put this book on the shelf.

I left that package on the table.

These keys go in the drawer.

Can you hand me those documents over there?

I found this wallet under the chair.

That painting looks great on the wall.

These shoes belong in the closet.

Those boxes should be placed in the storage room.

I’m going to hang this picture above the fireplace.

Please place that vase on the kitchen counter.

 

In these sentences, the demonstrative pronouns are: This, that, these, and those are used to indicate

the specific location or placement of an object.

Demonstrative pronouns can be used in both subject and object positions.

 

 

 

 

Object position:

She handed me this book.

He bought that car for his brother.

I misplaced these keys.

They found those lost documents.

Please pass me this plate.

 

 

 

 

Subject position:

This book is very interesting.

That car belongs to my neighbour.

These keys are mine.

Those documents contain important information.

This plate is too small for the meal.

In these sentences, the demonstrative pronouns are: This, that, these, and those are used as objects.

in the first set of sentences and as subjects in the second set of sentences.

 

 

 

 

Functions of demonstrative pronouns:

As substitutes for nouns:

Demonstrative pronouns function as substitutes for nouns. indicating the specific person, place, or thing being referred to.

I want to buy this. It’s exactly what I’ve been looking for.

That is my favorite restaurant. I always have a great dining experience there.

These are my shoes. I wear them every day.

Those are her books. She loves reading.

This is my phone. Can you please answer it for me?

That is my house. I’ve lived there for years.

These are my keys. I can’t leave without them.

Those are my sunglasses. I wear them to protect my eyes from the sun.

This is my dog. His name is Max.

That is my laptop. I use it for work and entertainment.

In these sentences, the demonstrative pronouns are: This, that, these, and those are used as substitutes.

for specific nouns, indicating a particular person, place, or thing.

 

 

 

As adjectives:

They can also function as adjectives, modifying the noun that they refer to:

I need to return this book to the library.

That movie was amazing!

These cookies are delicious.

Those flowers are beautiful.

This restaurant serves excellent food.

I prefer that car over the other one.

These shoes are comfortable for walking.

Those houses have stunning architecture.

This dress is perfect for the occasion.

I love those paintings in the gallery.

In these sentences, the demonstrative pronouns are: This, that, these, and those are used as adjectives.

to modify and provide more information about the noun they refer to.

 

 

 

Placement of demonstrative pronouns:

Demonstrative pronouns usually come at the beginning of a sentence, followed by a comma:

For example, this is a beautiful day.

They can also come in the middle of a sentence:

For example, the book that is on the table is mine.

When using demonstrative pronouns as objects, they come after the verb.

Such can also be used as a demonstrative pronoun, and it typically functions as a substitute for a noun or noun phrase, indicating the specific thing being referred to.

However, such is often used in combination with a noun or adjective, as in such a beautiful day or such an interesting book, in which case it functions as a determiner rather than a pronoun.

 

 

 

Some examples of such  being used as a demonstrative pronoun:

I’ve never seen such a beautiful sunset.

She’s never had such a difficult exam before.

I can’t believe they made such a big mistake.

We’ve never had such a fun vacation before.

In these sentences, such is used to indicate a specific quality or characteristic of the noun being referred to.

 

One is used after this, and that as a way to refer to a specific item or thing. It is often used to avoid repeating

the noun in a sentence and can function as a pronoun.

For example, I really like this shirt, but I don’t like that one.

This book is great, but I prefer that one over there.

That cake looks delicious, but this one is my favorite.

In these sentences, one is used to refer back to the noun, that was previously mentioned, allowing the speaker or writer to avoid repeating it.

 

 

 

 

 

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