Object Pronouns Exercises

What Are Object Pronouns?

Object pronouns are words we use to replace nouns that receive the action in a sentence. We do not use them as the subject. They usually come after the verb or a preposition.

Example: I see her. (Not: I see she.)

List of Object Pronouns in English

When Do We Use Object Pronouns?

We use object pronouns when someone or something receives the action. They often follow:

• A verb – He likes us.
• A preposition – She is waiting for him.

Examples of Object Pronouns in Sentences

• Can you help me?
• We saw them at the park.
• He doesn’t know her.

Common Mistakes with Object Pronouns

Many beginners confuse subject and object pronouns. Remember:

• It’s “She likes him”, not “She likes he.”
• It’s “They called us”, not “They called we.”

Quick Tips to Remember Object Pronouns

• Object pronouns usually come after the verb or preposition.
• If you are not doing the action, use an object pronoun.

Sources

• University of Wisconsin – Direct and Indirect Object Pronouns
• Harvard ELIAS – Object Pronouns
• Cambridge Dictionary – Pronouns
• British Council – Pronouns