Cool MateOur vs Your
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
| Our | Your | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | belonging to us | Belonging to you. |
| CEFR level | A1 | A1 |
| Part of speech | determiner | determiner |
| Usage notes | Used to show that something belongs to a group that includes the speaker. It's appropriate in most contexts, both spoken and written. Avoid using in very formal writing where other possessive forms might be preferred. | Used to show something belongs to the listener. Common in both spoken and written language. Avoid using in very formal situations. |
Frequently asked questions: Our vs Your
What's the difference between "Our" and "Your"?
"Our" means: belonging to us "Your" means: Belonging to you.
When should I use "Our" and "Your"?
They can all be used in everyday English.
Are "Our" and "Your" the same CEFR level?
"Our" is at A1, "Your" is at A1 on the CEFR scale.