Pronunciation

/ˈjɔːrz/

Definitions

• Pronoun: Refers to something that belongs to someone else, typically without specifying who. For example: “Please take care of your belongings.”
• Possessive Adjective: Shows ownership or possession. For example: “This book is hers; it’s yours.”

Phrases

• “Yours truly” is a formal closing used in letters.
• “Yours sincerely” is another formal closing.
• “Yours, [Your Name]” is a way to sign off on a letter.

Example Sentences

• Pronoun: “The package with the red ribbon is yours; I know it’s from your sister.”
• Possessive Adjective: “She wore her favorite necklace, which was a gift from yours truly.”

Synonyms

• Mine
• Ours (collectively)
• His / Her / Their (depending on gender or possessive)
• Property

Note

In some cases, “yours” can also function as a noun to refer to the people who own or possess something collectively, but this usage is less common than its primary roles as a pronoun and possessive adjective.