“Your” vs. “You're”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 7, 2023
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The difference between “your” and “you're”
- "Your" refers to possession, while "you're" is a contraction of "you are."
- "Your" is used before a noun, while "you're" is used before a verb.
- Examples: "Your hair looks nice" (possessive), vs. "You're running fast" (contraction of "you are").
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What is the definition of “your” and “you're”?
Your
- "Your" is a possessive pronoun that indicates that something belongs to you.
- It is used before a noun to denote ownership or possession of that thing by the person being referred to.
- Examples: "Your car," "Your jacket," "Your shoes."
You're
- "You're" is a contraction of the words "you" and "are."
- It is used to describe a state of being or an action that the person being referred to is currently undertaking.
- Examples: "You're happy," "You're running late," "You're the best."
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Your” is the more popular variant on the web.
More popular
Your
20,380,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- Your dog is so cute.
- I love your outfit today.
- Can I borrow your phone for a minute?
You're
6,710,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- You're the best friend I've ever had.
- I think you're going to do great on your test.
- You're invited to my birthday party next week.
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