Their or Thier
Learn the correct spelling “Their” and why “Thier” is a common letter-switching error.
Thier
Incorrect spelling - “Thier” is a misspelling caused by reversing the order of “i” and “e.”
"Thier" is a common misspelling of "Their". Always use "Their" when referring to the correct word.
Their
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Their” means belonging to them.
Definition of Their
"Their": “Their” means belonging to them.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Their
- • belonging
- • owned
- • theirs
Usage Examples
"Correct:" This is their car.
"Correct:" I met their parents.
"Correct:" That is their house.
"Correct:" We visited their office.
"Incorrect:" This is thier car.
"Incorrect:" I met thier parents.
"Incorrect:" That is thier house.
"Incorrect:" We visited thier office.
Notes:
- • IE rule reversed → always T-H-E-I-R.
- • Remember: ‘THE’ + ‘IR’ (not ‘I’ then ‘E’).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Their.
Q: Why not thier?
A: Because the i/e order is wrong.
Q: Meaning?
A: Belonging to them.
Q: Trick?
A: THE + IR — that’s the correct order.
Summary
“Their” is correct; “thier” is a simple letter-order reversal error.