Basic Details
Word: Their
Part of Speech: Pronoun
Meaning: Belonging to them; used to show that something is owned or associated with a group of people.
Synonyms: Theirs
Antonyms: Our
Idioms and Phrases
- Their way or the highway: To insist that things are done in the manner of a particular person or group, or not at all. Example: "In that club, its their way or the highway; you have to follow their rules."
- To each their own: Everyone has their own preferences; people should be allowed to choose what they like. Example: "Some like chocolate cake while others prefer fruit, but to each their own."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children were excited to show off their new toys at school.
Example 2: The team celebrated their victory with a big party.
Example 3: Everyone has their own ideas about what makes a great movie.
Fun Fact
The word "their" has Old Norse origins, coming from "eirra," which also meant "of them". It has been used in English since the time of the Vikings in Britain.
Famous Quote
"To each their own." This suggests that everyone has different preferences and choices.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "their" mean?
a) Belonging to us
b) Belonging to them
c) Belonging to you
d) Belonging to me
Answer: b) Belonging to them
2. Which of these is a synonym for "their"?
a) Our
b) Theirs
c) Your
d) His
Answer: b) Theirs
3. What is the opposite of "their"?
a) Our
b) Your
c) His
d) Its
Answer: a) Our
4. Which sentence uses "their" correctly?
a) The teacher gave their homework.
b) Their favourite colour is blue.
c) I love their to play.
d) They forgot their lunch on the bus.
Answer: b) Their favourite colour is blue.
5. Which idiom means everyone can have different preferences?
a) Their way or the highway
b) To each their own
c) The more the merrier
d) A penny for your thoughts
Answer: b) To each their own
