Contractions

Front

What is a contraction in English grammar?

Back

A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words, created by omitting certain letters and sounds. For example, 'do not' becomes 'don't'.

Front

What two words combine to form the contraction 'we've'?

Back

The contraction 'we've' is formed from the words 'we' and 'have'.

Front

What is the contraction for 'are not'?

Back

The contraction for 'are not' is 'aren't'.

Front

Which two words make the contraction 'haven't'?

Back

The contraction 'haven't' is formed from the words 'have' and 'not'.

Front

What is the contraction for 'he is'?

Back

The contraction for 'he is' is 'he's'.

Front

What is the contraction for 'has not'?

Back

The contraction for 'has not' is 'hasn't'.

Front

How do contractions affect the pronunciation of words?

Back

Contractions often change the pronunciation of words by blending sounds together, making speech more fluid and natural.

Front

What is the contraction for 'I will'?

Back

The contraction for 'I will' is 'I'll'.

Front

What two words combine to form the contraction 'they're'?

Back

The contraction 'they're' is formed from the words 'they' and 'are'.

Front

What is the contraction for 'you are'?

Back

The contraction for 'you are' is 'you're'.