Exploring the 7 Types of Pronouns: A Fun Grammar Lesson

Ever noticed how often we use words like he, they, or this in conversations? These words may seem small, but they play a big role in making our language smooth and clear. They’re called pronouns, and there are seven different types you should know!

Whether your child is writing stories or giving a speech, understanding these pronouns helps them express ideas with precision and confidence. At PlanetSpark, we turn tricky grammar concepts into fun, interactive lessons that kids love.

Let’s dive into the 7 types of pronouns through simple explanations and easy examples!

Understanding the 7 Types of Pronouns

Pronouns help us avoid repeating names and nouns in sentences. From simple words like he and they to more specific ones like who or which, each type has a unique role. Let’s explore the 7 different types of pronouns and how they work.

1. Personal Pronouns

Personal pronouns are the most commonly used pronouns in both speech and writing. They replace specific people or things and help avoid repeating the same nouns. These pronouns vary based on their role in the sentence, whether as the subject or the object.

Examples:

Subject pronouns: I, you, he, she, it, we, they
Object pronouns: me, you, him, her, it, us, them

In a sentence:

She is reading a book. (subject)
Can you help me with this puzzle? (object)

Quick Tip: Using personal pronouns makes sentences smoother and more natural. They help your writing feel less repetitive and more engaging.

2. Reflexive Pronouns

Reflexive pronouns refer back to the subject of the sentence. They are used when the subject and the object of the sentence are the same person or thing.

Examples:
Myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, themselves

In a sentence:

I taught myself how to play the guitar.
She looked at herself in the mirror.

Quick Tip: Reflexive pronouns help you show that someone is doing something on their own, without needing to repeat the subject.

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3. Demonstrative Pronouns

Demonstrative pronouns are used to point to specific people or things. They help us show whether something is nearby or far away, and whether it’s singular or plural.

Examples:
This, that, these, those

In a sentence:

This is my favourite book.
Those were the best days of our vacation.

Helpful Hint: Use “this” and “these” for things that are close. Use “that” and “those” when talking about things that are farther away.

4. Interrogative Pronouns

Interrogative pronouns are used to ask questions. They help us gather information about people or things and usually appear at the beginning of a question.

Examples:
Who, whom, whose, which, what

In a sentence:

Who is your best friend?
What are you looking for?
Which color do you prefer?

Quick Tip: “Who” refers to people, “what” refers to things or ideas, and “which” is used when there's a choice between limited options.

5. Reflexive Pronouns

Reflexive pronouns are used when the subject and the object of a sentence are the same person or thing. They reflect the action back to the subject and usually end in -self (singular) or -selves (plural).

Examples:
Myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, themselves

In a sentence:

I made this cake myself.
She looked at herself in the mirror.
We treated ourselves to some ice cream.

Quick Tip: Avoid using reflexive pronouns in place of regular pronouns, saying “Please contact myself” is incorrect. Say “Please contact me” instead.

6. Reciprocal Pronouns

Reciprocal pronouns show a mutual relationship or action between two or more people. They are used when each person in a group does something to the others.

There are only two reciprocal pronouns:

Each other
One another

In a sentence:

The two friends hugged each other before saying goodbye.
The team members encouraged one another throughout the match.

Quick Tip: Use each other for two people and one another for more than two, though this rule is often relaxed in everyday speech.

7. Relative Pronouns

Relative pronouns connect a clause or phrase to a noun or pronoun. They help add more information about the noun without starting a new sentence.

Common relative pronouns include:

who
whom
whose
which
that

In a sentence:

The boy who won the race is my brother.
The book that you gave me is fascinating.
She’s the artist whose paintings were exhibited.

Quick Tip: Relative pronouns act like bridges, linking ideas smoothly and clearly in complex sentences.

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Summary of 7 Types of Pronouns

Type of Pronoun	Function	Examples
Personal Pronouns	Refer to people or things directly	I, you, he, she, it, we, they
Possessive Pronouns	Show ownership or possession	mine, yours, his, hers, ours, theirs
Reflexive Pronouns	Reflect the action back to the subject	myself, yourself, himself
Demonstrative Pronouns	Point to specific things or people	this, that, these, those
Interrogative Pronouns	Ask questions	who, what, which, whom, whose
Indefinite Pronouns	Refer to non-specific people or things	anyone, everyone, something, few
Relative Pronouns	Link clauses to a noun and add information	who, whom, whose, which, that

Pronoun Usage Tips

Learning how to use pronouns correctly is essential for building strong English skills. These simple tips will help students understand and use pronouns for Class 6 more effectively:

1. Match the Pronoun with the Noun

Always match the pronoun with the noun it replaces in number (singular or plural) and gender.
Example:

❌ Sara lost their book.
✅ Sara lost her book.

2. Replace Repeating Nouns

Pronouns help avoid repeating the same noun too often. This is one of the most useful rules taught in lessons on pronouns for Class 6.
Example:

Repetitive: Riya loves Riya’s dog because Riya thinks Riya’s dog is cute.
Better: Riya loves her dog because she thinks it is cute.

3. Use Reflexive Pronouns Correctly

Reflexive pronouns (like myself, yourself, himself) are used when the subject and object are the same.
Example:

✅ He hurt himself while playing.
❌ He hurt him while playing.

4. Be Clear with Indefinite Pronouns

Avoid using multiple indefinite pronouns (someone, everyone, etc.) in the same sentence without clarity.
Example:

Confusing: Everyone did something at some time.
Clear: Each student completed their part of the group project.

5. Make the Meaning Clear

The pronoun should clearly refer to the right noun to avoid confusion.
Example:

Confusing: When Priya met Anu, she was excited.
Clear: Priya was excited when she met Anu.

6. Always Capitalise “I”

The pronoun “I” should always be written with a capital letter, no matter where it appears.
Example: My friends and I are going to the park.

7. Practice Often

To master pronouns for Class 6, regular practice is key. Encourage children to write simple sentences, diary entries, or stories using different types of pronouns

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