They Meaning
They Definition & Usage
Used as the plural form of 'he', 'she', or 'it', referring to multiple people or things.
Examples
- "They are going to the park later."
- "I saw them yesterday, and they looked happy."
- "Are they all coming to the party?"
- "They didn't understand the instructions."
- "They have been working on this project for weeks."
A gender-neutral singular pronoun, often used to refer to someone whose gender identity is non-binary, or when the gender of a person is unknown or unspecified.
Examples
- "Sam said they would join us for dinner."
- "The customer asked if they could return the item without a receipt."
- "Taylor is very talented; I’m sure they will succeed."
- "Please let them know that their package has arrived."
- "They decided to take the job offer."
Used in phrases such as 'they say' or 'they believe' to refer to an unspecified group of people or general opinion.
Examples
- "They say that it’s going to rain tomorrow."
- "They believe that education is key to success."
- "They claim that this is the best restaurant in town."
- "They think we should leave early."
- "They report that the company is expanding internationally."
Cultural Context
The pronoun 'they' has been used for centuries in English to refer to plural subjects. However, its use as a singular, gender-neutral pronoun has gained prominence in recent years, particularly in the context of non-binary individuals and in efforts to avoid assuming gender.
The Meeting of Minds
Story
The Meeting of Minds
At the community center, a group of people gathered for a brainstorming session about their upcoming charity event. As they sat around the table, some exchanged greetings while others focused on the agenda.
