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"the book he holds" vs "the book he hold"

The correct phrase is "the book he holds." The verb "holds" should agree in number with the subject "he."

Last Updated: April 11, 2024

the book he holds

This phrase is correct. The verb "holds" agrees in number with the singular subject "he."

Use this phrase when referring to a book that someone currently possesses or is holding. The verb "holds" matches the singular subject "he."

Alternatives:

  • the book he is holding
  • the book he held
  • the book he will hold
  • the book he has held
  • the book he will be holding

the book he hold

This phrase is incorrect. The verb "hold" does not agree in number with the singular subject "he."

The correct form is "the book he holds." Use the singular form of the verb (holds) to match the singular subject (he).

Alternatives:

  • the book he holds
  • the book he is holding
  • the book he held
  • the book he will hold
  • the book he has held

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