Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
these
determiner, pronoun
/ðiːz/
Definition
A determiner used to refer to specific things that are nearby or have just been mentioned.
Examples
- These apples are delicious.
- Do you remember these stories we talked about?
- These shoes are comfortable.
Meaning
Used to indicate people, items, or ideas that are close to the speaker or have been previously mentioned in conversation.
Synonyms
- these ones
- this group
- the following
