Using Possessive Adjectives to Talk About Family Relationships

Possessive adjectives are words that help us show who owns something or how we are connected to others.

In English, the main possessive adjectives are:

• my
• your
• his
• her
• its
• our
• their

Let’s see how these words can help us talk about our families.

Vocabulary Themes: Family and Relationships

1. My:

   • This word shows that something belongs to the person speaking.
   • Example: My brother is tall.

2. Your:

   • This word refers to something that belongs to the person you are talking to.
   • Example: Your sister is a good cook.

3. His:

   • This word indicates something that belongs to a male.
   • Example: His father works at a school.

4. Her:

   • This word shows belonging for a female.
   • Example: Her mother loves gardening.

5. Its:

   • This word is used for pets or things.
   • Example: Its toys are on the floor.

6. Our:

   • This word indicates something that belongs to you and others.
   • Example: Our family goes on vacation together.

7. Their:

   • This word shows belonging for more than one person.
   • Example: Their grandparents live nearby.

Summary

Using possessive adjectives helps us describe our family connections clearly.

Try making sentences about your own family and friends to practice!