Discover the Longest English Pronoun: What is it?

Learn about the longest word in English pronouns: 'themselves.' A unique reflexive pronoun explained.

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The longest word in English pronouns is 'themselves,' comprising 10 letters. This reflexive pronoun is used to emphasize the subject ‘they’ and indicate that the action of the verb returns to the subject.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is a reflexive pronoun? A reflexive pronoun refers back to the subject of the sentence, indicating that the action is performed on oneself.
  2. Are there longer words in English? Yes, while 'themselves' is the longest pronoun, there are longer words in English, such as chemical names or multi-syllabic terms.
  3. What are examples of other reflexive pronouns? Other examples include 'myself,' 'yourself,' 'himself,' and 'herself.'

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