Lesson 4
subject pronouns
Subject Pronouns
Subject pronouns in English are singular or plural. You must know the differences among various subject pronouns when choosing a verb.
In this video, I talk about the relationship between a subject and a verb.
You and I
The most important relationship between two people uses the pronouns “you” and “I.”
In this part of the lesson, you will learn about and practice using these pronouns. Watch the video.
You and I
Singular
I am.
You are.
Plural
We are.
You are.
we
I + you = we
- I am a teacher.
- You are a student.
he / she / it
Singular
he = man or boy
she = woman or girl
it = thing
he / she / it
Singular
He is.
She is.
It is.
Plural
They are.
they
he + he = they
she + she = they
he + she = they
it + it = they
- He is a student.
- She is a student.
- It is a classroom.
Write in your notebook ✍🏿
Singular
I
you
he (man)
she (woman)
it (thing)
Plural
we (you + I)
you (you ++)
they (+++)
Practice ✍🏿
Singular
I am a student.
You are a teacher.
He is a friend.
She is a neighbor.
It is a rock.
Plural
We are online. (You and I)
You are on the internet.
They are all over there.
Note: It is helpful to know that English teachers often talk about subject pronouns and nouns this way:
- The pronoun “I” is in the first-person singular.
- The pronoun “you” is in the second-person singular.
- The pronouns “he,” “she,” and “it” are in the third-person singular.
- The pronoun “we” is in the first-person plural. (I + you = we)
- The pronoun “you” is in the second-person plural. (you + you = you)
- The pronoun “they” is in the third-person plural. (he/she/it ++ = they)
In the next lesson, you will practice forming questions for things and people. Check back later for updates.