they
Translation
they
Examples
They are my friends.
They are my friends.
They are nice shoes.
They are nice shoes.
If someone calls, tell them I'm out.
If someone calls, tell them I'm out.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) + verb They are my friends.
((singular pronoun)) refers to a single person of unspecified gender If someone calls, tell them I'm out.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none; Can refer to people, animals, or things.
Etymology
From Old English *þā* (plural of *se*, 'the, that'), influenced by Old Norse *þeir*.
Memory Tips
Think of a group of people or things. It's the plural of 'he', 'she', and 'it'. It's also used as a singular gender-neutral pronoun.