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What is a contraction?

Back

A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words, created by omitting certain letters and sounds.

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What does "Don't" mean?

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"Don't" is a contraction for "do not." It is used to tell someone not to do something.

Front

What does "We'll" mean?

Back

"We'll" is a contraction for "we will." It is used to express a future action.

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What does "She's" mean?

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"She's" is a contraction for "she is" or "she has." It is used to describe something about a girl or woman.

Front

What does "Shouldn't" mean?

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"Shouldn't" is a contraction for "should not." It is used to indicate that something is not advisable.

Front

What does "Won't" mean?

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"Won't" is a contraction for "will not." It is used to express refusal or denial.

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Give an example of a contraction with "I".

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"I'm" is a contraction for "I am." It is used to describe oneself.

Front

What is the contraction for "they are"?

Back

"They're" is the contraction for "they are." It is used to refer to a group of people.

Front

What is the contraction for "you are"?

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"You're" is the contraction for "you are." It is used to address someone directly.

Front

What is the contraction for "he is"?

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"He's" is the contraction for "he is" or "he has." It is used to describe something about a boy or man.