Contractions

Front

What is a contraction?

Back

A contraction is a shortened form of two words combined into one, often using an apostrophe to show where letters have been omitted.

Front

What does "couldn't" stand for?

Back

"Couldn't" is a contraction for "could not."

Front

What does "she's" mean?

Back

"She's" is a contraction for "she is."

Front

What does "we're" represent?

Back

"We're" is a contraction for "we are."

Front

What is the purpose of using contractions?

Back

Contractions make speech and writing more informal and conversational.

Front

How do you form a contraction?

Back

To form a contraction, combine two words and replace the omitted letters with an apostrophe.

Front

What does "can't" mean?

Back

"Can't" is a contraction for "cannot."

Front

What does "he's" stand for?

Back

"He's" is a contraction for "he is."

Front

What does "they're" mean?

Back

"They're" is a contraction for "they are."

Front

What does "won't" represent?

Back

"Won't" is a contraction for "will not."