Subject pronouns are words that replace the subject (doer) of a sentence. They help avoid repeating names and make sentences clearer.
Subject pronouns are used to indicate who is performing the action in a sentence. In English, the subject pronouns are: I, you, he, she, it, we, they.
- They always come before the verb.
- They replace nouns that are the subject of the sentence.
- Using subject pronouns prevents repetition.
Pronoun List
Below are the English subject pronouns along with examples and their translations in Spanish:
| English Pronoun | Spanish Pronoun | Example (English) | Example (Spanish) |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | yo | I am a student. | Yo soy estudiante. |
| you | tú / usted | You are kind. | Tú eres amable. / Usted es amable. |
| he | él | He is tall. | Él es alto. |
| she | ella | She sings well. | Ella canta bien. |
| it | (ello) | It is raining. | Está lloviendo. |
| we | nosotros/nosotras | We are friends. | Nosotros somos amigos. |
| they | ellos/ellas | They are playing. | Ellos están jugando. |
Usage Rules
Here are the main rules for using English subject pronouns:
- Use as the subject: Pronouns always come before the verb.
- Do not repeat the noun: Once the subject is known, use the pronoun.
- Be consistent: Use the correct pronoun for the subject’s number (singular/plural) and gender (he/she).
- “It” for things and animals: Use “it” for objects, animals, and sometimes babies.
How do you choose the correct subject pronoun for a sentence?
Match the pronoun to the subject’s number (singular/plural) and gender (he/she).
Pronouns must agree in number and gender with the subject. 'He' and 'she' are singular and gender-specific; 'they' is plural.
Common Mistakes
- Using object pronouns as subjects:
- Me am tired.
- I am tired.
- Repeating the noun unnecessarily:
- Maria she is my friend.
- Maria is my friend. / She is my friend.
- Wrong pronoun for plural subjects:
- He are students.
- They are students.
- “It” vs. “they”:
- It are toys.
- They are toys.
Understanding subject pronouns is the first step to building correct English sentences.
What is the correct subject pronoun for a group of students?
They
'They' is the plural subject pronoun used for groups, regardless of gender.
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- English Pronoun: I
- Example (English): I am a student.
Last updated: Thu Jun 12, 2025
