Definitions
- Referring to a previously mentioned object or idea. - Talking about an animal or a baby whose gender is unknown or irrelevant. - Used as a subject or object pronoun for impersonal expressions or weather conditions.
- Referring to a specific object or idea that is nearby or within reach. - Introducing a new topic or idea in a conversation or discussion. - Emphasizing a particular object or idea among others.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are pronouns used to refer to objects or ideas.
- 2Both can be used to avoid repetition of a noun.
- 3Both can be used to introduce a new topic or idea.
- 4Both can be used to clarify or emphasize a particular object or idea.
What is the difference?
- 1Proximity: It refers to an object or idea that may not be nearby, while this refers to an object or idea that is nearby or within reach.
- 2Specificity: It is more general and can refer to any object or idea, while this is more specific and refers to a particular object or idea.
- 3Intention: It is often used to avoid repetition or to refer to an object or idea that has already been mentioned, while this is used to introduce a new topic or idea or to emphasize a particular object or idea.
- 4Formality: It is more commonly used in formal writing or speech, while this is more casual and informal.
- 5Clarity: This is often used to clarify which object or idea is being referred to, while it may be less clear without additional context.
Remember this!
It and this are both pronouns used to refer to objects or ideas. However, the difference between it and this is their proximity, specificity, intention, formality, and clarity. It is more general and can refer to any object or idea, while this is more specific and refers to a particular object or idea that is nearby or within reach. It is often used to avoid repetition or to refer to an object or idea that has already been mentioned, while this is used to introduce a new topic or idea or to emphasize a particular object or idea.
