Why did you choose this book?
Why did you choose this book?
English
this
ðɪs, ðəs
Meaning: used to refer to a person, thing, or idea that is present or near in place, time, or thought
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Example sentences
This book is very interesting.
This book is very interesting.
This project is taking way longer than I thought.
This project is taking way longer than I thought.
Is this a through train to London?
Is this a through train to London?
I have seen this movie before.
I have seen this movie before.
Usage Notes
Used as a determiner before a singular noun. Its plural form is 'these'.
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