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 is the contraction for 'did not'?

Back

The contraction for 'did not' is 'didn't'.

Front

What is the contraction for 'had not'?

Back

The contraction for 'had not' is 'hadn't'.

Front

What is the contraction for 'you have'?

Back

The contraction for 'you have' is 'you've'.

Front

What is the contraction for 'they have'?

Back

The contraction for 'they have' is 'they've'.

Front

What is the contraction for 'we have'?

Back

The contraction for 'we have' is 'we've'.

Front

How do contractions affect the tone of a sentence?

Back

Contractions often make sentences sound more informal and conversational.

Front

Can contractions be used in formal writing?

Back

Generally, contractions are avoided in formal writing, but they may be acceptable in certain contexts, such as dialogue or informal communications.

Front

What is the contraction for 'I am'?

Back

The contraction for 'I am' is 'I'm'.

Front

What is the contraction for 'he is'?

Back

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