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pronoun

I

Used by a speaker or writer for self-reference as the subject.

I pack my lunch before leaving for work each morning.

Etymology
iOld EnglishI

The inherited pronoun identifies the speaker as the subject. It allows each person to use the same grammatical word for self-reference.

More examples

  • My sister and I share an apartment.
  • I don't understand the question.
  • Can I borrow your pen?

Forms

I