Pronunciation

/ðə/

Definitions

• Determiner: A word used to specify or identify a particular noun, often indicating a previously mentioned or implied noun. It is usually placed before the noun to provide more information about it. In some cases, “the” can also function as a noun, referring to a specific, known entity.
• Article: A type of determiner, specifically the one used before singular, non-descriptive nouns to indicate a general reference.

Phrases

• “The one on the left” refers to a specific object among several.
• “The answer to the question” indicates a particular solution.
• “The Great Wall of China” denotes a well-known historical structure.

Example Sentences

• Determiner: “I saw the dog playing in the park.”
• Article: “The car needs a new tire.”
• Noun: “History is full of stories about the famous artist.”

Synonyms

• This
• That
• These
• Those
• A (when used as a singular indefinite article)
• An (when used before a vowel sound)

Notes

• “The” is often omitted when referring to well-known objects or concepts, such as “the sun” or “the sky.”
• It can also be used to emphasize or introduce a statement: “The truth is, I was late.”