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your

"Your" is a small but essential word in English — it is a possessive determiner, and it has two main uses. You will see and hear it constantly in everyday conversation and writing.

1determinerbelonging to you

Use 'your' to show that something belongs to the person you are talking to. Think of it as the 'you' version of 'my'. Just like 'my book' means the book belongs to me, 'your book' means the book belongs to you.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

Is this your bag? I found it on the chair.

Your English is improving a lot — keep it up!

Please bring your passport to the appointment.

2determinerfigurativerelating to people in general

Sometimes 'your' does not refer to one specific person — it refers to people in general, including anyone who might be in that situation. It is similar to saying 'one's' in formal English, but 'your' sounds much more natural in conversation.

everyday language · Modern, widely used · figurative

Exercise is good for your health — everyone should do it regularly.

In that country, your first impression really matters in business.

You have to be careful — your mistakes can affect the whole team.

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