Contractions

Front

What is a contraction?

Back

A contraction is a shortened form of two words combined into one, often using an apostrophe.

Front

What does "he's" stand for?

Back

"he's" is a contraction for "he is".

Front

What does "let's" mean?

Back

"let's" is a contraction for "let us".

Front

What does "don't" mean?

Back

"don't" is a contraction for "do not".

Front

What does "I've" stand for?

Back

"I've" is a contraction for "I have".

Front

What two words make the contraction "haven't"?

Back

"haven't" is made from "have not".

Front

What is the purpose of using contractions?

Back

Contractions make speech and writing quicker and more informal.

Front

What does the apostrophe in contractions represent?

Back

The apostrophe shows where letters have been omitted in the contraction.

Front

Give an example of a contraction for "she is."

Back

The contraction for "she is" is "she's."

Front

What does "they're" stand for?

Back

"they're" is a contraction for "they are."