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a type of pronoun that points to or identifies a specific person, object, or location, indicating proximity or distance in relation to the speaker or the context
What is a "demonstrative pronoun"?
A demonstrative pronoun is a type of pronoun used to point to specific people, places, or things. The main demonstrative pronouns in English are "this," "that," "these," and "those." "This" and "that" are used for singular nouns, while "these" and "those" are used for plural nouns. For example, in the sentence "This is my book," the pronoun "this" refers to a specific book that is close to the speaker. In contrast, "Those are my friends" uses "those" to refer to friends who are farther away. Demonstrative pronouns help to clarify which items or individuals are being discussed, making them important for effective communication.
