A1 pronoun Neutre #23 le plus courant

his

/hɪz/

This word is used to show that something belongs to or is associated with a male person or animal previously mentioned. It functions as both a possessive determiner used before a noun and a possessive pronoun used on its own.

Exemples

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1

He put his keys in his pocket before leaving.

He put his keys in his pocket before leaving.

2

The candidate must submit his application by the end of the day.

The candidate must submit his application by the end of the day.

3

That blue bike over there is his.

That blue bike over there is his.

Famille de mots

Adjectif
his
Apparenté
male
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Astuce mémo

Think: 'His' ends with 's' just like 'possesS'. It tells you who owns the 'S'tuff.

Quiz rapide

John is very happy because ___ team won the game.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : his

Exemples

1

He put his keys in his pocket before leaving.

everyday

He put his keys in his pocket before leaving.

2

The candidate must submit his application by the end of the day.

formal

The candidate must submit his application by the end of the day.

3

That blue bike over there is his.

informal

That blue bike over there is his.

4

The researcher explains his methodology in the second section of the paper.

academic

The researcher explains his methodology in the second section of the paper.

5

The CEO will present his vision for the company during the meeting.

business

The CEO will present his vision for the company during the meeting.

Famille de mots

Adjectif
his
Apparenté
male

Collocations courantes

his own his own
his name his name
his family his family
it is his it is his
his life his life

Phrases Courantes

on his own

on his own / by himself

all his own work

all his own work

by his side

by his side

Souvent confondu avec

his vs he's

He's is a contraction for 'he is' or 'he has', whereas 'his' shows possession.

his vs him

Him is an object pronoun (Look at him), while his is possessive (Look at his car).

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Notes d'usage

His does not change its form regardless of whether the noun following it is singular or plural (e.g., 'his dog' and 'his dogs' are both correct).

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often write 'hes' or 'he's' when they mean 'his' to show possession.

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Astuce mémo

Think: 'His' ends with 's' just like 'possesS'. It tells you who owns the 'S'tuff.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Old English word 'his', which was originally the genitive (possessive) case of both 'hē' (he) and 'hit' (it).

Modèles grammaticaux

Used as a determiner before a noun: 'his book'. Used as a stand-alone pronoun: 'The book is his'. Used for singular masculine subjects.
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Contexte culturel

While 'his' was traditionally used as a generic pronoun for any person, modern English often prefers 'their' to be gender-neutral.

Quiz rapide

John is very happy because ___ team won the game.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : his

Mots lis

intrabrevsion

C1

A technical or linguistic term referring to the internal abbreviation or condensation of information within a specific system or document. It describes the act of shortening components for internal efficiency while maintaining the integrity of the overall structure.

prevalor

C1

To prove superior in power, influence, or frequency within a specific context. It describes a situation where one principle, opinion, or force becomes dominant over others.

ultrajuncter

C1

Describing something that exists beyond a standard point of connection or is characterized by an extreme degree of integration between disparate parts. It is typically used in specialized contexts to denote systems, theories, or structures that bridge multiple complex networks simultaneously.

macrosanctible

C1

A large-scale system, institution, or conceptual framework that is regarded as inviolable and beyond criticism due to its perceived sacredness or fundamental importance. It typically refers to entities that are protected from alteration or scrutiny because of their massive cultural or structural status.

uncedate

C1

A formal and technical noun referring to a state or instance where a claim, territory, or right has not been yielded or surrendered. It describes the preservation of original status or possession despite pressure to concede or transfer control.

anvention

C1

To systematically modify or adapt an existing concept or object into a new form, particularly within a controlled environment or set of parameters. This verb describes the process of innovating by bridging the gap between rigorous analysis and creative invention.

semiliberness

C1

To exist in or grant a state of partial liberty or restricted autonomy. It describes the act of functioning within a framework that provides some freedom while maintaining significant oversight or control.

cosolvment

C1

Describing a substance or factor that acts in conjunction with another to facilitate the process of dissolving a solute or resolving a complex situation. In technical contexts, it refers to an auxiliary agent that enhances the solubility of a primary solvent system.

unaudless

C1

Describing something that is completely devoid of sound or impossible to hear. It is often used in literary or technical contexts to emphasize a profound state of silence or a lack of auditory signature.

monosomnful

C1

A noun referring to the physiological or habitual state of experiencing only one continuous, uninterrupted period of sleep within a twenty-four-hour cycle. It describes the quality of a monophasic sleep pattern where rest is concentrated into a single block without supplemental naps.

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