Advanced Pronouns
Today we will learn how to connect sentences using Whose (for possession) and Whom (as an object).
vpn_key Using "Whose"
"Whose" replaces his, her, its, or their. It goes between two nouns.
person_search Using "Whom"
"Whom" is formal. It replaces an object pronoun like him, her, or them.
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In very formal English, the preposition goes directly before "whom".
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Watch Teacher Sopheak explain the difference between 'whose', 'who', and 'whom'. Pay close attention to the secret 'He/Him' trick!
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Hi Makara! Honestly, in casual speaking, native speakers very rarely use "whom". They usually just say "who" (e.g., "Who did you call?"). BUT, if you are taking an exam (like IELTS), writing a formal email to a boss, or writing an academic essay, you absolutely must know how to use "whom". It shows you have an advanced level of English! 🎓
Can I use "whose" for things? Or is it only for people?
Yes, you can absolutely use "whose" for things! For example: "The book whose cover is torn is mine." Even though a book isn't a person, "whose" acts as the possessive link. Great question! 📖
Teacher, do people actually use "whom" in real life? It sounds weird when I talk to my friends.