A2pronoun 2K

Mine

UK /["/maɪn/"]/ US /["/maɪn/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

of or belonging to the person writing or speaking

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In simple words: Something that belongs to me.

Examples

• That's mine.
• He's a friend of mine *(= one of my friends)*.
• She wanted one like mine *(= like I have)*.
• Let's go back to mine after the show.

Usage notes

Use 'mine' to indicate possession in informal and neutral contexts. Avoid in formal writing; prefer 'my' in these situations.

Grammar pattern

mine + standalone (often used independently)

Memory hint

Think of 'mine' as 'my' treasure—a thing that belongs to me.

Collocations

• That's mine
• These are mine
• This book is mine

Synonyms

• my own
• belonging to me
• property of mine

Antonyms

• yours
• theirs

Common mistakes

• 'Mine' is often confused with 'my' in sentences.
• 'Mine' cannot be used with nouns directly; must stand alone.
• Learners sometimes forget to use 'mine' in possessive forms.