Subject pronouns, I, you, he, she, it, we, and they, replace the name of the person or thing performing the action. They always go at the start of the sentence, before the verb, as in she is my sister or they are teachers.
Grammar Rule
Subject pronouns replace the name of who performs the action and go at the start of the sentence, before the verb.
Subject Pronouns: Uses and Examples
| Pronoun | Used for | Example |
|---|---|---|
| I | myself | I am a student. |
| She | a woman | She is my sister. |
| It | a thing or animal | It is a small car. |
| We | a group including you | We are friends. |
| They | several people/things | They are teachers. |
Remember: choose the pronoun based on who or what performs the action.
Practice Test
Instructions
Answer each question in the test below using the correct subject pronoun. You will get a new random set of questions every time you retake the test, plus a downloadable results summary with your name and score at the end.
Subject Pronouns (I, You, He, She, It, We, They)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do subject pronouns replace?
Subject pronouns replace the name of the person or thing performing the action, as in she instead of Mary.
Where do subject pronouns go in a sentence?
Subject pronouns go at the start of the sentence, before the verb.
Which subject pronoun do you use for a thing or animal?
Use it, as in it is a small car.
Which subject pronoun includes the speaker and other people?
We, as in we are friends.