What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pronominal
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In the sentence 'She gave him the book,' 'she' and 'him' are pronominal words. [pronominal: adjective]
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The word 'it' is a pronominal substitute for the noun 'book.' [pronominal: adjective]
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Pronominal forms include personal, possessive, reflexive, and demonstrative pronouns. [pronominal: adjective]
pronoun
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In the sentence 'She gave him the book,' 'she' and 'him' are pronouns. [pronoun: noun]
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The word 'it' is a pronoun that replaces the noun 'book.' [pronoun: noun]
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Pronouns can be personal, possessive, reflexive, demonstrative, interrogative, or relative. [pronoun: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Pronoun is a more common term used in everyday language, while pronominal is less common and more specific to technical or academic contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between pronominal and pronoun?
Both pronoun and pronominal are formal terms used in grammar and are appropriate for use in both formal and informal contexts.
