What is a Demonstrative Pronoun?
A demonstrative pronoun can be one of four words: this, that, these, those. A demonstrative pronoun occurs when one of the above words is used to to take the place of a noun (either identified or unidentified).
Some examples of demonstrative pronouns would be the following:
Have you read this?
(notice “this” is an pronoun because it takes the place of another word)
Please hand me that. (notice “that” is an pronoun because it takes the place of another word)
Did you purchase these? (notice “these” is an pronoun because it takes the place of another word)
He wanted to bring those to the party. (notice “those” is an pronoun because it takes the place of another word)
Long-Form Video: Demonstrative Pronouns
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Short-Form Video: Demonstrative Pronouns
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Memorable Image: Demonstrative Pronouns
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Definition Cards: Demonstrative Pronouns
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Music: Demonstrative Pronouns
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Music Videos: Demonstrative Pronouns
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Why You Should Use Demonstrative Pronouns in Your Writing
Similar to demonstrative adjectives, demonstrative pronouns are used for clarification and emphasis, but a true primary use for demonstrative pronouns would be to avoid repetition in your writing.
Don’t use that; use this pencil instead.
Notice how the demonstrative “that” still refers to the pencil, and using “that” (demonstrative pronoun) instead of “that pencil” (demonstrative adjective) prevents the sentence from sounding repetitive.
Whether or not you choose to use a demonstrative pronoun or a demonstrative adjective in a given sentence will really depend upon your voice as a writer. Be sure to check out our GrammarFlip blog series on Voice in Writing.
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