Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Que 1. Difference between who’s and whose?
Ans: “Who’s” is a contraction of “who is” or “who has.” “Whose” is a possessive pronoun used to indicate possession or ownership.
Que 2. Usage of whose?
Ans:
- Used to refer to the person or thing that something belongs to.
- It is followed by a noun.
Que 3. Give 3 to 4 examples of Who’s?
Ans:
- Who’s coming to the party?
- Do you know who’s in charge here?
- I wonder who’s going to win the race.
- Who’s been using my computer?
Que 4. Usage of who’s?
Ans:
- Used to ask questions or make statements about someone’s identity or actions.
- Used in indirect questions or embedded clauses.
- Function as a subject or as part of a subject-verb construction.
How to Use who’s and whose
The English language can be complex, especially when it comes to similar-sounding words that have different meanings. One such pair is “who’s” and “whose.” While they may appear similar, they have distinct definitions and usages. “Who’s” is a contraction of “who is” or “who has,” while “whose” is a possessive pronoun indicating ownership or possession.