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The pronoun 'few' is a plural indefinite pronoun.
- The pronoun 'few' takes the place of a noun for an unknown or unnamed small number of people or things.
- A pronoun functions just as a noun, as the subject of a sentence or a clause, and as the object of a verb or a preposition.
Examples:
We had dozens of applicants but a few look promising. (subject of the second part of the sentence)
For the few who can afford it, this is the way to live. (object of the preposition 'for')
Note: When the word 'few' is placed in front of a noun to describe that noun, it is an adjective.
Example: For the few people who can afford it, this is the way to live.
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What is the pronoun in the sentence here are a few of the biographies about women pioneers?
The pronoun is 'few', an indefinite pronoun that is taking the place of the unnamed actual number (a noun) of biographies.
What is the indefinite pronoun in When O. Henry began publishing his short stories few of his reading audience knew that he was writing from prison?
The pronoun 'few' is an indefinite pronoun, a word that takes the place of a noun for an unknown or unnamed quantity or number.
How can you know which pronoun to use when you use both a noun and a pronoun in a sentence?
The choice of pronoun is governed by the rules of grammar. If you learn English, you will be able to choose the right pronoun.
What type of pronoun appears in all capital letters in this sentence Few of these dresses are mine MOST of them are hers?
The pronoun 'most' is an indefinite pronoun, a word that takes the place of a noun for an unknown or unnamed number or amount.The word 'few' is also an indefinite pronoun.Note: The words 'most' and 'few' are adjectives when placed before a noun to describe that noun; for example, 'A few dresses are mine." and "The most dresses are hers."
Is 'few' singular or plural?
The indefinite pronoun 'few' takes the place of a noun for a small amount or number of people or things. The pronoun 'few' takes a verb for the plural:Those muffins were very popular, few are left for the lunch crowd.Few have the skills to qualify.She had many offers but few were well paid.
How do you use pronoun I in a sentence?
You use this pronoun as the subject of any sentence you want. Here are a few examples, but I'm sure you already know how to use "I" properly.I think you need to learn how to use this pronoun.I am certain you already know if you try.
What is the pronoun in the sentence here are a few of the biographies about women pioneers?
The pronoun is 'few', an indefinite pronoun that is taking the place of the unnamed actual number (a noun) of biographies.
What is the pronoun for A few of my friends really like ice skating?
The pronoun is few, an indefinite pronoun, a word that takes the place of a noun for an unknown or unnamed number of people.The indefinite pronoun 'few' is the plural subject of the sentence (a few really like).The word 'few' also functions as an adjective when placed before a noun to describe that noun: "I'm going skating with a few friends."
What is the indefinite pronoun in When O. Henry began publishing his short stories few of his reading audience knew that he was writing from prison?
The pronoun 'few' is an indefinite pronoun, a word that takes the place of a noun for an unknown or unnamed quantity or number.
What type of pronoun is in FEW?
The pronoun 'few' is an indefinite pronoun, a word that takes the place of a noun for an unknown or unnamed small number of people or things.The word 'few' is also an adjective (or determiner) when placed before a noun to describe that noun. The adjective 'few' is the positive form: few, fewer, fewest.Examples:The tickets sold out but a few were set aside for guests. (pronoun)We sold out but a few tickets were set aside for guests. (adjective)
What is the pronoun for pennies?
You can use a demonstrative pronoun and say "Those" or "These"
How can you know which pronoun to use when you use both a noun and a pronoun in a sentence?
The choice of pronoun is governed by the rules of grammar. If you learn English, you will be able to choose the right pronoun.
What pronoun appears in FEW?
The pronoun 'few' is an indefinite pronoun, a word that takes the place of an unknown or unnamed number of amount of more than two but not many.Example: Everyone has finished but a few.Note: The word 'few' is an adjective when placed before a noun to describe that noun.Example: Everyone has finished but a few people.
Is few an adverb?
No, the word few is not an adverb.The word few is actually an adjective, noun and a pronoun.
How can I express when I do not know the recipient's name?
Pronoun! -Use a pronoun!
What type of pronoun is few?
The pronoun 'few' is an indefinite pronoun, a word that takes the place of a noun for an unknown or unnamed number of people or things.Example: We don't have many responses but there are a few.The word 'few' also functions as a noun and an adjective.The noun 'few' is a word for a minority of people (usually stated as 'the few').The adjective 'few' is a word placed before a noun to describe that noun (few people, few words).
Should you use the pronoun I in business writing?
The pronoun 'I' can be used in business writing. When speaking of or for the company or organization, it is common to use the pronoun 'we'. It is also common to use objective language that doesn't utilize pronouns. However, when you are writing about something that you specifically did, are doing, will do, use the pronoun 'I'.
