Welcome to our lesson on reflexive pronouns! In this lesson, we will explore what reflexive pronouns are and how they are used in English grammar.
What are Reflexive Pronouns?
Reflexive pronouns are a special type of pronoun that refers back to the subject of a sentence. They are used when the subject and object of a sentence are the same person or thing.
Examples:
- She cut herself while cooking.
- He blamed himself for the mistake.
- They taught themselves how to play the guitar.
Formation of Reflexive Pronouns: Reflexive pronouns are formed by adding “-self” or “-selves” to certain pronouns, depending on the subject.
Singular:
- myself
- yourself
- himself
- herself
- itself
Plural:
- ourselves
- yourselves
- themselves
Usage of Reflexive Pronouns:
- Reflexive pronouns are used when the subject performs an action on itself. Example: I bought myself a new book.
- Reflexive pronouns are used for emphasis. Example: She herself solved the problem.
- Reflexive pronouns are used after certain prepositions. Example: He was talking to himself.
- Reflexive pronouns are used in certain idiomatic expressions. Example: They enjoyed themselves at the party.
Remember, reflexive pronouns always reflect back to the subject of the sentence.
Practice Exercise: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate reflexive pronouns:
- She did all the work by __________.
- We need to rely on __________ to get through this.
- They painted the house __________.
- He hurt __________ while playing football.
- You should be proud of __________ for completing the project.
Answers:
- herself
- ourselves
- themselves
- himself
- yourself
Exercises :
- Exercise 1: Reflexive Pronouns | Practice Test Online
- Exercise 2: Reflexive Pronouns || Practice Test Online
- Exercise 3: Reflexive Pronouns || Practice Test Online
That’s it for our lesson on reflexive pronouns! Practice using them in your everyday conversations to become more proficient in English grammar. Stay tuned for more lessons on different parts of speech. Happy learning!
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