There are three different types of pronouns in English: subject, object, and possessive. Indirect object pronouns are a type of pronoun that fall under the object category.
Definition
Indirect object pronouns are pronouns that refer to someone or something that is the indirect recipient of an action. In other words, they are the noun or pronoun that corresponds to the indirect object in a sentence.
The most common indirect object pronouns are: me, you, him, her, us, them.
Examples
Here are some examples of sentences with indirect object pronouns:
As you can see, in each of these sentences, the indirect object pronoun (me, her, us) comes after the verb (gave, sent, showed) and before the direct object (a book, a letter, the way).
Keep in mind that you can also use indirect object pronouns with verbs that are not transitory, such as "have," "take," and "make."
For example:
He has us over for dinner every Sunday.
I'm going to take them to the park later.
Can you make me a cake?
In each of these sentences, the indirect object pronoun (us, them, me) comes after the verb (has, take, make) but before the direct object (over for dinner, to the park, a cake).
It's important to note that you can also use indirect object pronouns by themselves without a verb. For example:
Give me a break!
Could you please give us a ride home?
In these sentences, the indirect object pronouns (me, us) are standalone words and do not require a verb.
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