Examples of Correct vs. Incorrect Pronoun Usage
It is very common for students, unfamiliar to the proper usage of pronouns, to make several mistakes. Here are a few of the most common:
Incorrect: Each person should provide me with a copy of their schedule.
Correct: Each person should provide me with a copy of his or her schedule.
Incorrect: To who should this letter be addressed?
Correct: To whom should this letter be addressed?
Incorrect: Me and her are going out to eat tonight.
Correct: She and I are going out to eat tonight.
Incorrect: Neither of the students had their project done by the due date.
Correct: Neither of the students had his project done by the due date.
Incorrect: Just between you and I, a surprise is planned for all of the guests.
Correct: Just between you and me, a surprise is planned for all of the guests.
Incorrect: Each person should provide me with a copy of their schedule.
Correct: Each person should provide me with a copy of his or her schedule.
Incorrect: To who should this letter be addressed?
Correct: To whom should this letter be addressed?
Incorrect: Me and her are going out to eat tonight.
Correct: She and I are going out to eat tonight.
Incorrect: Neither of the students had their project done by the due date.
Correct: Neither of the students had his project done by the due date.
Incorrect: Just between you and I, a surprise is planned for all of the guests.
Correct: Just between you and me, a surprise is planned for all of the guests.