A pronoun takes the place of a noun in a sentence. A possessive pronoun takes the place of a noun while showing possession.
The word your is a possessive pronoun. It replaces the name of the person to whom I’m speaking.
I have your bike, but I will return it.
The word yours is also a possessive pronoun. I also replaces the name of the person to whom I’m speaking.
I can’t keep the bike because the bike is yours.
Use the possessive pronouns your and yours to show ownership by the person to whom you are speaking.
It’s your turn. Decide if you should use your or yours in this sentence: I found ____ shoes under the sofa.
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