Cool MateMeaning of Its
belonging to or connected with a thing, an animal or a baby
In simple words: Belonging to it.
Its in a sentence
- Turn the box on its side.
- Have you any idea of its value?
- The dog had hurt its paw.
- The baby threw its food on the floor.
How to use Its
Used to show that something belongs to an object or animal. Make sure not to confuse it with 'it's' (it is).
Grammar pattern
possessive pronoun
Memory hint
Think of 'its' as the 's' at the end of 'possess' — it shows ownership.
Related words
Collocations with Its
- its meaning
- its value
- its characteristics
Common mistakes with Its
- Confused with 'it's' (it is or it has).
- Used incorrectly to refer to people instead of objects.
- Omitted when needed to show possession.
Its appears in
More words like Its
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Its
What does Its mean?
Belonging to it.
What is the definition of Its?
belonging to or connected with a thing, an animal or a baby
How do you use Its in a sentence?
Turn the box on its side.
Can you give another example of Its?
Have you any idea of its value?
What are synonyms for Its?
Common alternatives include the, this, that, belonging to it.
What is the opposite of Its?
Opposite meanings include his, her, their.
What words go with Its?
It commonly pairs with its meaning, its value, its characteristics.
What are common mistakes when using Its?
Confused with 'it's' (it is or it has). Used incorrectly to refer to people instead of objects. Omitted when needed to show possession.
How do you pronounce Its?
US: /["/ɪts/"]/, UK: /["/ɪts/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Its?
Used to show that something belongs to an object or animal. Make sure not to confuse it with 'it's' (it is).
What CEFR level is Its?
"Its" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.