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 "we've" stand for?

Back

"We've" is a contraction for "we have."

Front

What does "we're" mean?

Back

"We're" is a contraction for "we are."

Front

What does "they're" represent?

Back

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

Front

What is the meaning of "where's"?

Back

"Where's" is a contraction for "where is."

Front

What does "hadn't" stand for?

Back

"Hadn't" is a contraction for "had not."

Front

How do you form a contraction?

Back

To form a contraction, combine two words and replace the omitted letters with an apostrophe.

Front

Give an example of a contraction using "I am."

Back

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

Front

What is the contraction for "you are"?

Back

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

Front

What does "can't" mean?

Back

"Can't" is a contraction for "cannot."