Cool MateMeaning of His
of or belonging to a man or boy who has already been mentioned or is easily identified
In simple words: belonging to him
His in a sentence
- James has sold his car.
- He broke his leg skiing.
- Discuss the reasons the author gives for **his or her** opinion.
How to use His
Use 'his' for something that belongs to a male person or boy. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid using 'his' when referring to a non-binary or female person; use 'their' instead.
Grammar pattern
possessive pronoun
Memory hint
Think of 'his' as 'his stuff' — belongings of a guy.
Related words
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the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
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having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
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total and complete
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used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about His
What does His mean?
belonging to him
What is the definition of His?
of or belonging to a man or boy who has already been mentioned or is easily identified
How do you use His in a sentence?
James has sold his car.
Can you give another example of His?
He broke his leg skiing.
What are synonyms for His?
Common alternatives include his own, belonging to him.
What is the opposite of His?
Opposite meanings include her, their.
What words go with His?
It commonly pairs with his car, his house, his opinion, his friends, his job.
What are common mistakes when using His?
'His' is mistakenly used for non-male subjects. Confused with 'her' when referring to males. Used incorrectly in plural contexts.
How do you pronounce His?
US: /["/hɪz//ɪz/"]/, UK: /["/hɪz//ɪz/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use His?
Use 'his' for something that belongs to a male person or boy. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid using 'his' when referring to a non-binary or female person; use 'their' instead.
What CEFR level is His?
"His" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.