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British pronunciation/ɑːkˈeɪɪk pɹˈəʊnaʊn/
American pronunciation/ɑːɹkˈeɪɪk pɹˈoʊnaʊn/

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archaikus névmás, elavult névmás

a pronoun that was commonly used in older forms of the language but has fallen out of common usage in modern times, typically due to changes in language and cultural shifts
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What is an "archaic pronoun"?

An archaic pronoun is a type of pronoun that is no longer commonly used in modern language but may still appear in historical texts, literature, or formal speech. Examples of archaic pronouns include "thou," "thee," "thy," and "thine," which were used in English to address individuals in a familiar or singular manner. For instance, "thou" is the subject form, while "thee" is the object form, as seen in the sentence "I give thee my thanks." These pronouns often convey a sense of formality or intimacy that is not present in contemporary language. Understanding archaic pronouns can enhance comprehension of older texts and provide insight into the evolution of the English language.

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