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Wordabulary

you

Pronunciation
Pronoun A1 Beginner

Quick answer

The person or people someone is speaking or writing to.

"Can you help me carry these bags?"

Usage notes

"You" works for both one person and a group, so English speakers sometimes add "all" or "guys" when talking to several people at once.

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "Can _____ help me carry these bags?"

Answer: you

In your own words, what does "you" mean?

The person or people someone is speaking or writing to.

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