this that these- those

Front

What is 'this'?

Back

'This' is used to refer to a singular object that is close to the speaker.

Front

What is 'that'?

Back

'That' is used to refer to a singular object that is far from the speaker.

Front

What is 'these'?

Back

'These' is used to refer to plural objects that are close to the speaker.

Front

What is 'those'?

Back

'Those' is used to refer to plural objects that are far from the speaker.

Front

Example of using 'this':

Back

'This is a book.' (referring to a book that is near you)

Front

Example of using 'that':

Back

'That is a car.' (referring to a car that is far from you)

Front

Example of using 'these':

Back

'These are my toys.' (referring to toys that are near you)

Front

Example of using 'those':

Back

'Those are my friends.' (referring to friends that are far from you)

Front

When do we use 'this'?

Back

We use 'this' for something singular and near.

Front

When do we use 'that'?

Back

We use 'that' for something singular and far.