those
Referring to people or things further away (plural).
Use 'those' to identify multiple items or people located at a distance from you.
30 सेकंड में शब्द
- Used to point at multiple things far away.
- The plural counterpart to the singular word 'that'.
- Requires a plural noun or plural verb agreement.
Summary
Use 'those' to identify multiple items or people located at a distance from you.
- Used to point at multiple things far away.
- The plural counterpart to the singular word 'that'.
- Requires a plural noun or plural verb agreement.
Use distance as your guide
If you are pointing at something far away, reach for 'those'. If you can touch it, use 'these'.
Watch your verb agreement
Always pair 'those' with plural verbs like 'are' or 'were'. Never use 'is' or 'was' with 'those'.
Cultural pointing etiquette
In many Western cultures, pointing at people with a finger can be considered rude. Use 'those' with a subtle nod or eye direction instead.
उदाहरण
4 / 4Those shoes look very comfortable.
Those were the best years of my life.
Are those yours?
Those results support our previous hypothesis.
शब्द परिवार
याद रखने का तरीका
Think of 'Those' as 'Th-far-ose'. If it's far, use 'those'.
Overview
'Those' serves as a crucial linguistic tool for pointing out multiple entities that are not close to the speaker. Because it is plural, it must always be followed by a plural noun (e.g., 'those books') or stand alone as a pronoun representing a plural group. It functions primarily to create distance, distinguishing items 'over there' from those 'right here' (which would be 'these').
Usage Patterns
When used as a determiner, 'those' precedes a plural noun, such as 'those cars' or 'those people.' When used as a pronoun, it replaces the noun entirely, for example, 'I like these shoes, but I prefer those.' Grammatically, it requires plural verb agreement; one must say 'Those are mine' rather than 'Those is mine.'
Common Contexts
It is frequently used in daily life when identifying objects in a store, pointing out people in a photograph, or referring to events that happened in the past. In academic or formal writing, it is often used to refer back to a previously mentioned group of ideas or items to avoid repetition.
Similar Words: The primary contrast is with 'these,' which refers to things nearby. While 'those' suggests distance, 'these' suggests proximity. It is also distinct from 'them,' which is a personal pronoun used as an object. 'Those' acts as a pointer or identifier, whereas 'them' simply refers to the people or things themselves without the spatial implication.
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
Use 'those' when the distance is clear to the listener. It is neutral in register, suitable for both casual conversation and professional reports. Always ensure the noun following it is plural.
सामान्य गलतियाँ
A common error is saying 'those book' instead of 'those books'. Another mistake is using 'those' when the object is physically close to the speaker. Remember that plural nouns must always follow the determiner.
याद रखने का तरीका
Think of 'Those' as 'Th-far-ose'. If it's far, use 'those'.
शब्द की उत्पत्ति
Derived from Old English 'þā', which was the plural form of the demonstrative pronoun 'þæt' (that). It has evolved alongside the English language to maintain its function as a distal demonstrative.
सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
In English-speaking cultures, using demonstratives like 'those' helps clarify focus in group settings. It is essential for clear communication when identifying specific items in a busy environment.
उदाहरण
Those shoes look very comfortable.
everydayThose were the best years of my life.
formalAre those yours?
informalThose results support our previous hypothesis.
academicशब्द परिवार
सामान्य शब्द संयोजन
सामान्य वाक्यांश
those who
in those days
अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है
These is for plural items nearby. Those is for plural items far away.
Them is an object pronoun used to refer to a group. Those is a demonstrative used to point out a group.
व्याकरण पैटर्न
Use distance as your guide
If you are pointing at something far away, reach for 'those'. If you can touch it, use 'these'.
Watch your verb agreement
Always pair 'those' with plural verbs like 'are' or 'were'. Never use 'is' or 'was' with 'those'.
Cultural pointing etiquette
In many Western cultures, pointing at people with a finger can be considered rude. Use 'those' with a subtle nod or eye direction instead.
खुद को परखो
Choose the correct word for the sentence.
Look at ___ birds flying high in the sky.
Birds are plural and far away, so 'those' is the correct choice.
स्कोर: /1
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
3 सवालNo, 'those' is specifically for things that are distant. For items close to you, you should use 'these'.
No, it can function as both a determiner (followed by a noun) and a pronoun (standing alone). Both usages are grammatically correct.
No, 'those' is gender-neutral in English. It applies equally to people, objects, and abstract concepts regardless of gender.
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संबंधित मुहावरे
संबंधित शब्दावली
general के और शब्द
about
A1'about' का मतलब होता है 'किसी चीज़ के बारे में' या 'लगभग' किसी मात्रा के लिए।
above
A2किसी चीज़ से ऊँचे स्थान पर होना, ठीक ऊपर।
accident
A2एक दुर्भाग्यपूर्ण घटना जिससे नुकसान या चोट लग सकती है।
action
A2किसी लक्ष्य को प्राप्त करने के लिए कुछ करने की क्रिया।
after
A2'after' का मतलब होता है 'किसी चीज़ के बाद', समय या स्थान में।
afterward
A2At a later or subsequent time.
again
A2'again' का मतलब है 'फिर से', यानी कोई चीज़ दोबारा होना।
aged
B1किसी व्यक्ति या चीज़ की उम्र बताने के लिए इस्तेमाल होता है।
alive
A2जो जीवित है, मृत नहीं है।
all
A2'all' का मतलब है 'सब' या 'पूरा', किसी चीज़ की पूरी मात्रा या हर एक हिस्सा।
