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Is this yours? vs Is it yours?

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Is this yours?' is used when referring to a specific object that is being shown or pointed at. 'Is it yours?' is more general.
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Last updated: December 25, 2024 • 9308 views

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a specific object that is being shown or pointed at.

"Is this yours?"

This phrase is used when asking if a particular object belongs to the person being addressed.

Examples:

  • Is this yours? I found it on the table.
  • Is this yours? It was left in the classroom.
  • Is this yours? It was in my bag.
  • Is this yours? It was under the chair.
  • Is this yours? It was in the lost and found.
  • Dec 10, 2022 ... "is this yours?" Anybody figure out this goal in the museum? We got to find a black blade of some kind and fight kuroki with it. Upvote 2
  • Sep 19, 2015 ... Is "Is this yours book?" correct? No, it's not correct. You seem to be confused by this and your/yours. This can work as a "determiner".
  • Dec 13, 2022 ... "is this yours?" 2 upvotes · 9 comments. r/Eldenring icon. r/Eldenring · What is that item in Cathedral of the Forsaken? 4 upvotes · 5 comments ...
  • Dec 27, 2022 ... For instance, if you are speaking of a key (singular noun) that you just found, you may ask: “Is this your key?” or “Is this yours?”.
  • May 30, 2023 ... 21K likes, 67 comments - tomislav_art on May 30, 2023: "dude is this yours, I think you've dropped it back over there?".
  • Sep 9, 2009 ... Hey, Is This Yours? rfr67gal on DeviantArthttps://www.deviantart.com/rfr67gal/art/Hey-Is-This-Yours-136413516rfr67gal. Deviation Actions.
  • Sep 1, 2024 ... Is this yours? Had to of lost it within the past maybe 2 hours. at BP on 57 and grove. Must tell me what's inside to get it back .
  • Feb 2, 2018 ... DayDreamPrincess Challenge - Is This Yours, Hubie RogersGirlRabbit on DeviantArthttps://www.deviantart.com/rogersgirlrabbit/art ...
  • Jul 13, 2023 ... The Deceitful Company – Is This Yours? Report this article; Close menu. Renà Leigh. Renà ...

Alternatives:

  • Does this belong to you?
  • Is this your possession?
  • Is this item yours?
  • Is this your property?
  • Is this your belonging?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in a more general context when asking about ownership without referring to a specific object.

"Is it yours?"

This phrase is used when asking about ownership in a general sense, without pointing to a specific object.

Examples:

  • Is it yours? I found it on the floor.
  • Is it yours? Someone left it on the chair.
  • Is it yours? It was in the lost and found.
  • Is it yours? It was in the classroom.
  • Is it yours? It was under the table.
  • 6 days ago ... Click the link below to sign up! https://bit.ly/3lzlC7I. The Choice, Is It Yours? 37K views · 1 day ago ...more. Real Life with Jack Hibbs. 707K.
  • Sep 27, 2022 ... Cystic Fibrosis is my superpower – is it yours? Lisa Bentley shares how Cystic Fibrosis gave her life purpose. I have been blessed with so many ...
  • Mar 4, 2024 ... Incorporates The Full Counsel Of God. The Choice, Is It Yours? (Romans 9:1-13). 155K views · 8 months ago ...more. Real Life with Jack Hibbs.
  • Jul 18, 2024 ... Whiterun is my favorite city in Skyrim. Ever. Is it yours too? Arts/Crafts.
  • Apr 7, 2024 ... ... 50:45 - 3B. God Is Sovereign In His Love. The Choice, is it Yours? - Part 3. 135K views · 7 months ago ...more. Real Life with Jack Hibbs. 705K.
  • My father's final prayer – is it yours? January 11, 2018. By James Dobson. In August 1977, my wife and children joined me on a trip to Kansas City, Missouri ...
  • May 13, 2018 ... Is it yours?-answer is yes or no · If the item belongs to only the two of you and nobody else just ask if it's yours or if it belong to the other ...
  • Aug 26, 2018 ... Is it "Yours and your family's" or "You and your family's"? For example, if I'm referring to a person's passport and also his family's ...
  • Apr 4, 2020 ... The question “is it yours?” does in fact use the verb “to be”. This question requires a yes or no answer, and then a possible explanation or elaboration after.
  • Clutter: My nemesis…is it yours? Posted on July 13, 2010 by viviankirkfield. We just got back from the carpet store. Our downstairs carpeting is in BAD ...

Alternatives:

  • Does it belong to you?
  • Is this your possession?
  • Is this item yours?
  • Is this your property?
  • Is this your belonging?

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