this
/ðɪs/ particle A1- The (thing) here (used in indicating something or someone nearby). · This classroom is where I learned to read and write.
- Referring to oneself.
- The known (thing) (used in indicating something or someone just mentioned). · They give the appearance of knowing what they're doing. It's this appearance that lets them get away with so much.
- The known (thing) (used in indicating something or someone about to be mentioned). · When asked what he wanted for his birthday, he gave this reply: “[…]”
- A known (thing) (used in first mentioning a person or thing that the speaker does not think is known to the audience). Compare with "a certain ...". · I met this woman the other day who's allergic to wheat. I didn't even know that was possible!· There's just this nervous mannerism that Bob has with his hands, and it drives me crazy.
- Designates the current or next instance. · It's cold this morning.· I plan to go to London this Friday.
Plural these
From the library
“God forgive me,” said the young man, “for rejoicing at happiness derived from the misery of others, but, Heaven knows, I did not seek this good fortune; it has happened, and I really cannot pretend to lament it.
Is this not more than a poor sailor like me could have hoped for?”
This room was occupied by Dantès’ father.
This Island is the bloomiest place.
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