Definition and meaning of English word "she"
she
/ʃiː/
Meaning
NounThe female (typically) person or animal previously mentioned or implied.
How to use
The pronoun 'she' is typically used to refer to a female person or animal previously mentioned or implied. It is often used in formal and informal writing, as well as in spoken language. However, one common mistake learners make is using 'she' to refer to a group of people, when 'they' would be more appropriate. For example, 'The team won the game, and they are going to celebrate' is a more natural and grammatically correct way to express the idea.
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she
Example
She is happy.
She runs fast.
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Common phrases
- she and I— used to refer to two people, especially friends or partners
- she and her friends— used to refer to a woman and her friends
- she's a great singer— used to express admiration or praise for a woman's singing talent
- she's very smart— used to express admiration or praise for a woman's intelligence or abilities
- she's a great leader— used to express admiration or praise for a woman's leadership abilities
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Frequency rank: #91 in English
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What does the English word "she" mean?▼
The English word "she" means "she" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Refers to a female." (which translates as "she").
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