Lesson 17: Possessive Adjectives
We have learned how to use pronouns like 'I', 'you', 'he', and 'she'. Today, we will learn how to show that something belongs to1 a person.
We use special words called Possessive Adjectives2. These words always come before a noun. They answer the question "Whose?".
From Pronoun to Possessive
Each subject pronoun has a matching possessive adjective. This table shows the connection.
| The Person (Pronoun) | Shows Ownership |
|---|---|
| I | my |
| you | your |
| he | his |
| she | her |
How to Use Them
my (belongs to I / me)
- I have a house. It is my house.
- My favorite food is Kampot crab with pepper.
your (belongs to you)
- You have a beautiful smile. I like your smile.
- What is your name?
his (belongs to he / a man)
- He is a driver. His tuk-tuk is new.
- His name is Narin.
her (belongs to she / a woman)
- She works at a hotel. Her job is very busy.
- I like her dress. It is a beautiful color.
Practice Quiz: Choose the Correct Word
Choose the correct possessive adjective to complete the sentences.
- I love living in Kampot. It is ___ favorite town.
→ my - That is my brother. ___ name is Vuthy.
→ His - (Speaking to your friend) Can I borrow ___ pen?
→ your - My teacher is very kind. I like ___ lessons.
→ her - He is a fisherman. ___ boat is old but strong.
→ His
Homework: Complete the Sentences
Read the first sentence, then complete the second sentence with 'my', 'your', 'his', or 'her'.
1. I have a sister. ________ name is Chantha.
2. You have a new phone. Is ________ phone expensive?
3. My father has a farm. ________ farm is near the mountain.
4. This is my friend Linda. ________ house is next to mine.
(Answers: 1. Her, 2. your, 3. His, 4. Her)