Use of 'Yours' in Spoken English

In English, the word 'yours' is a possessive pronoun. It shows that something belongs to the person you are talking to. It is often used in letters, emails, and conversations.


Key Concepts and Their Translation in Hindi Language

1. 'Yours' - आपका (Aapka)

2. Possessive Pronoun - स्वामित्व सर्वनाम (Swamitva Sarvanam)


Usage Examples and Translations

1. "Is this book yours?"

"क्या यह किताब आपकी है?" (Kya yeh kitaab aapki hai?)


2. "I think this pen is yours."

"मुझे लगता है कि यह पेन आपका है।" (Mujhe lagta hai ki yeh pen aapka hai.)


3. "I received a letter from yours."

"मुझे आपसे एक पत्र मिला।" (Mujhe aapse ek patra mila.)


Key Mistakes

1. Using 'your' instead of 'yours': "Is this your book?" is correct, but "Is this yours book?" is wrong.

2. Confusing 'yours' with 'you': "This is you" is incorrect when you mean to say "This is yours."

3. Forgetting to use 'yours' in informal conversations: It is common to say "This is mine" but using "This is yours" is also important.


Understanding how to use 'yours' correctly will help you communicate better in English!