pronoun

he

Used for a male person or animal already identified.

My brother lives nearby, and he visits us every Sunday.

Etymology

The inherited pronoun refers back to a male person or animal. It supplies that reference without repeating the individual’s name or noun.

More examples

  • Our dog waits by the door when he needs a walk.
  • Ask Daniel if he wants a seat near the window.
  • Dad says he can fix the broken chair.

Forms

he · him · his