Cool MateMeaning of My
of or belonging to the speaker or writer
In simple words: belonging to me
My in a sentence
- Where's my passport?
- My feet are cold.
- **My goodness!** Look at the time.
- **Oh my!** What are we going to do?
- **My my** Megan, I do believe you 're jealous!
- **my dear/darling/love**
- My dear girl, you're wrong.
How to use My
Use 'my' to show that something belongs to you. It's commonly used in everyday speech. Avoid using it in formal writing as a possessive adjective.
Grammar pattern
possession + noun
Memory hint
Think 'my' like 'mY stuff' — it’s possessive!
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Frequently asked questions about My
What does My mean?
belonging to me
What is the definition of My?
of or belonging to the speaker or writer
How do you use My in a sentence?
Where's my passport?
Can you give another example of My?
My feet are cold.
What are synonyms for My?
Common alternatives include mine.
What is the opposite of My?
Opposite meanings include your, his, her, their.
What words go with My?
It commonly pairs with my friend, my house, my opinion, my car.
What are common mistakes when using My?
'My' is confused with 'mine' in possessive cases. Used incorrectly outside its context, e.g., referring to someone else's belongings.
How do you pronounce My?
US: /["/maɪ/"]/, UK: /["/maɪ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use My?
Use 'my' to show that something belongs to you. It's commonly used in everyday speech. Avoid using it in formal writing as a possessive adjective.
What CEFR level is My?
"My" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.