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Yes, "whom" can be the object of a preposition (for whom, with whom, of whom, etc.).
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Is whom a preposition?
No, "whom" is not a preposition. It is an object pronoun used as the object of a verb or preposition in a sentence.
What are the function of the noun in the nominative and objective?
In the nominative case, the function of the noun is to serve as the subject of the sentence, performing the action of the verb. In the objective case, the noun functions as the direct object, receiving the action of the verb.
Is whom a indirect object?
"Whom" can function as an indirect object in a sentence when it represents the person who receives the direct object of a verb. For example: "I gave the book to whom?" In this case, "whom" is the indirect object receiving the direct object, "the book."
When to use 'whom'?
'Whom' is used as the object of a sentence, typically following a preposition or a verb. Use 'whom' when referring to the object of a verb or a preposition, while 'who' is used as the subject. For example, you would say "To whom did you give the book?" because 'whom' is the object of the preposition 'to.'
Is whom always preceded by a preposition?
No, "whom" is not always preceded by a preposition. It is often used as an object of a verb or preposition in formal writing.
What are the function of the noun in the nominative and objective?
In the nominative case, the function of the noun is to serve as the subject of the sentence, performing the action of the verb. In the objective case, the noun functions as the direct object, receiving the action of the verb.
Correct grammar-both of whom?
Yes, as whom is the object of the preposition of.
Should you use whom you trust or who you trust?
You can use both who and whom you trust. Who can be used as a subject and an object of a clause, but not object of a preposition. Whom can only be used as an object. She is the one who is always there for me. (not whom because who is the subject of is) _She is the only one who (_or whom) I trust. (object of trust) She is the one on whom (not who) I can rely . (object of the preposition on)
Is whom a indirect object?
"Whom" can function as an indirect object in a sentence when it represents the person who receives the direct object of a verb. For example: "I gave the book to whom?" In this case, "whom" is the indirect object receiving the direct object, "the book."
Is what or whom a direct object?
The word 'what' is a pronoun, an adverb, or an adjective.The pronoun 'what' can function as a direct object.Example: You found what in the shed? (direct object of the verb 'found')The pronoun 'whom' is an objective form but most often functions as the object of a preposition.The pronoun 'whom' is an interrogative pronoun (introduces a question) and a relative pronoun (introduces a relative clause).Examples:With whom did you go to the movie? (interrogative pronoun, object of the preposition 'with')The friend for whom I made the cake is having a birthday. (relative pronoun, object of the preposition 'for')
How do you tell if a word is a preposition or an adverb?
Prepositions typically show a relationship between a noun/pronoun and another element in a sentence, while adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. To determine if a word is a preposition or an adverb, check if it is followed by a noun/pronoun (preposition) or if it modifies a verb/adjective/adverb (adverb).
From who or from whom?
The correct pronoun is: from whom (object of the preposition 'from').The pronoun 'whom' is the objective form (functions as the object of a verb or a preposition).The pronoun 'who' is the subjective form (functions as the subject of a sentence or a clause).
Why should you say 'to whom' never 'to who'?
The word "to" is a preposition. The noun or pronoun that follows a preposition is the object of the preposition. The pronoun "who" is a subject pronoun that functions as the subject of an interrogative sentence or as the subject of a relative clause. The pronoun "whom" is an object pronoun, which normally functions as the object of a preposition, "to whom". EXAMPLES To whom should I give my completed application? (interrogative) The person to whom you give your application is the manager. (relative) Who is the new history teacher? (interrogative) The teacher who was hired is from Texas. (relative)
Function of an object pronoun?
An object pronoun replaces a noun that receives the action of a verb in a sentence. It can also be used after a preposition. Examples include "me," "him," and "them."
How do you identify prepositional phrases?
A prepositional phrase usually starts with a preposition (e.g., in, on, at) and is followed by a noun or pronoun, called the object of the preposition. It provides additional information about the subject or object of a sentence. To identify a prepositional phrase, look for a preposition followed by its object.
Which pronouns are used in the objective case?
The objective pronouns are: me, us, him, her, them, and whom.The pronouns that function as subjective or objective are: you and it.Example uses:The teacher gave me an A. (indirect object of the verb 'gave')We met them at a family picnic. (direct object of the verb 'met')Jane made a cake for him. (object of the preposition 'for')With whom are you going to the movie? (object of the preposition 'with')You may have it. ('you' is the subject of the sentence; 'it' is the direct object of the verb 'have')It looks so good on you. ('it' is the subject of the sentence; 'you is the object of the preposition 'on')
Can whom be used as a plural form of who?
The pronoun 'whom' can function as a direct object, but it is often difficult to recognize because 'whom' does not actually follow the verb.Example: You will work with foreman whom you will meet later.The subordinate clause is whom you will meet later. It is easier to see that the pronoun 'whom' is the direct object of the verb 'will meet' if you mentally restructure the clause: you will meet whom later.Example: The foreman whom I was assigned to was very supportive.Whom is the object of the preposition to (to whom I was assigned). In this sentence, the the word 'whom' is not essential: The foreman I was assigned to was very supportive.The pronoun 'whom' is more commonly the object of a preposition:To whom do I give my completed application? (interrogative pronoun)The person to whom you give the application is the manager. (relative pronoun)
