its

[its] pron.它的

Word: Its

Pronunciation

/ɪts/

Definitions

Usage Note

It’s important not to confuseits” (the possessive pronoun) with “it’s,” which is a contraction ofit is” orit has.” For instance:

Example Sentences

Synonyms

There are no direct synonyms foritswhen used as a possessive pronoun since it specifically denotes possession by a thing or animal. However, in rephrasing to avoid using “its,” one might use constructions like “belonging to itorits own”:

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