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What's the difference between 'their', 'there' and 'they're'?

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Listen, type the full sentence, then see exactly where you went wrong.

Intermediate and above, or any learner training full listening without hints.

Repeat each exercise at least 3 times to improve faster!

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About this exercise

Mastering the distinctions between 'their', 'there', and 'they're' is crucial for clear communication in English. This exercise helps you understand their meanings and uses through focused listening. You'll hear examples demonstrating plural possession, location references, and contractions, which can often confuse learners. By engaging with this material, you'll enhance your pronunciation and comprehension of these commonly misused terms. Our audio practice is designed for A2 level learners, making it easy to follow along while grasping the differences in both meaning and usage. Transform your understanding and usage of these words with targeted practice.

Questions about this exercise

'Their' shows possession, 'there' indicates a location, and 'they're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

All three words ('their', 'there', 'they're') are pronounced the same way.

Yes, 'It is their laptop' shows possession by Phil and Ellie.

'There' is used to indicate a location, as in 'There is a cafe near our office'.

'They're' is a contraction, for example, 'They're going to the park' means 'They are going to the park'.