There or Their
Learn the difference between "There" and "Their" and avoid common confusion.
Their
Incorrect spelling - "Their refers to possession, not a place."
"Their" is a common misspelling of "There". Always use "There" when referring to the correct word.
There
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"There refers to a place or position."
Definition of There
"There": "There refers to a place or position."
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for There
- • here
- • location
- • position
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The book is over there.
"Correct:" Look over there for the keys.
"Correct:" She sat over there by the window.
"Correct:" Put it right there on the table.
"Incorrect:" The book is in their.
"Incorrect:" Look at their for the keys.
"Incorrect:" She sat by their window.
"Incorrect:" Put it on their table.
Notes:
- • There = location, Their = possession.
- • Common mistake in writing and emails.
- • Check context carefully.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct usage for a place?
A: There.
Q: How to remember their vs there?
A: Their has 'i' = possession; There has 'e' = place.
Q: Can they be swapped?
A: No, they have different meanings.
Summary
"There" is correct for a place; "Their" is for possession. Always check context.