Commonly Confused Words

Front

their

Back

Possessive form of 'they', used to indicate ownership.

Front

there

Back

Refers to a place or position.

Front

they're

Back

Contraction of 'they are'.

Front

your

Back

Possessive form of 'you', used to indicate ownership.

Front

you're

Back

Contraction of 'you are'.

Front

it's

Back

Contraction of 'it is' or 'it has'.

Front

its

Back

Possessive form of 'it', used to indicate ownership.

Front

lose

Back

To be deprived of or cease to have something.

Front

loose

Back

Not firmly or tightly fixed in place; detached or able to be detached.

Front

whether

Back

Used to introduce alternatives or express doubt.