his
UK: hɪz | US: hɪz
Definition
pron. belonging to or associated with a male person or animal previously mentioned
pron. used as a possessive form of "he"
Structure
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Etymology
The word "his" originates from Old English his, the genitive (possessive) form of hē ("he"). It has remained structurally unchanged in Modern English, retaining its core function as a masculine possessive pronoun. Unlike many words with Latin or Greek roots, "his" is a Germanic residue word with a compact, non-decomposable form. Its simplicity reflects its role as a foundational pronoun in English.
Examples
John forgot his keys at home.
The dog wagged his tail happily.
His opinion matters to the team.
The artist signed his name in the corner.
His jacket was left on the chair.