There is a difference between Their and They're. While "their" means belonging to them, they're is a contraction which stands for "they are".
Comparison chart
![]() | Their | They're |
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Used as a contraction | No | Yes - they're is an abbreviation for "they are" |
Meaning | Belonging to them | They are |
Examples
- She was envious of their expensive shoes.
- It's time to go. They're here to pick us up.
- They're claiming to do everything they can to clean up the oil spill.
- Workers' unions in France are protesting the change in their retirement age from 60 to 62.
Video explaining the differences
The following video explains the differences between "there", "their" and "they're".
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