Spot the Error on Pronouns

Words, phrases, and grammar are the roots of any language. And when we make mistakes in sentences, it leaves a message with no sense, so it becomes important for us to know the roots of the language so that it can deliver a clear message with perfection. There are so many errors that are seen in sentences, even also by a person who is proficient in English. The error may be related to parts of speech, tenses, articles, etc. You have to keep in mind that there is no shortcut to answer these questions. Let’s discuss the meaning of pronouns and some rules in detail.

Meaning of pronouns

A pronoun is a word that is used in place of a noun. Depending on the sentence the speaker wants to convey, it can be he, she,  it, they, anyone, somebody, etc. The word used in place of a noun is known as the ‘antecedent.’ Pronoun works the same as nouns, they just replace the noun, but the sentence’s meaning remains the same. For example: 

• Vinay likes pizza. 
• He likes pizza.

Here you can see that ‘Vinay’ is replaced by ‘He,’ or you can say that ‘he’ is used instead of ‘Vinay’, but the sentence’s meaning remains the same. 

Some rules on error-spotting on pronouns:

I hope now you understand the meaning of pronouns. Let’s have a look at the point of how people make major errors in pronoun usage : 

Rule 1.

The arrangement system of personal pronouns has its order. First, come 2nd person, 3rd person and at last 1st person. You have a clear understanding if you look at the following example: 

• I, He, and You were going to Kushinagar today. – wrong
• You, He, and I were going to Kushinagar today. – correct.

Note: When we add guilt, the arrangement for the first, second and third person comes in a  systematic arrangement.

Example: I, You, and He love to travel in Kerala.

Rule 2. 

The meaning of pronouns has cleared. Let’s understand it in detail. Pronouns are compared in the same form, i.e., nominative or objective. Let’s understand it with examples: 

• • He deserves better than I. ( You can see here both subjects are compared in nominated form)

• I know you better than him. (You can see here that both are compared in objective form only).

Rule 3.

The pronoun in the objective case is set after ‘Relational word or let or between.’

For example:

• Let you and me have dinner together.
• This is the relationship between a teacher and a student.

You can see above that the pronouns are in the objective case.

Rule 4.

When the two singular nouns are attached by the word ‘and,’ a singular pronoun is used there. For example: 

• The principal and headmaster have delivered their best. (Here are the two-person, one is delivering as principal and another one as the headmaster.

• The principal and headmaster have delivered their best. ( Here, the same person is acting as headmaster and principal also.)

Rule 5.

If a pronoun shows a collective noun, it should always be in a singular form. For example : 

• The council was divided into groups. ( Here council indicates the separate individuals. 
• The children have left the park. ( here, children indicate as a whole). 

Rule no 6

When two nouns are combined by either or /neither, the single form of the pronoun is used there. For example:

• Either Vinay or Rohit has to complete his work. 

Rule 7

If two things of various numbers are connected with the word like ‘or’/nor, then the plural type of the pronoun will be utilized. For example : 

• Either teacher or the students have to attend a zoom meeting, 

Rule 8 

Pronouns “one other” is used for more than two people, while ‘“each other” is used for two people only. See the examples for a better understanding.

• Zomato and Swiggy are competitors of each other. 
• All the students compete with one another. 

Rule 9 

If we use indefinite pronouns, ‘one’ should follow as One’s in possession. For example:

• One must like one’s character.

Conclusion: 

Above, we learned the meaning of pronouns, their rules, and usage in the sentence, and How a person makes major errors in the usage of pronouns. Pronouns are words used instead of nouns. There are various types of pronouns. One must know the rules and uses of the words to be able to use them properly in spoken or written communication.