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My own

🇬🇧 UK //maɪ əʊn// 🇺🇸 US //maɪ oʊn//

Meaning of My own

Something that belongs specifically to me.

In simple words: belonging to me

My own in a sentence

• I want to create my own path in life.
• This car is my own; I bought it last year.
• I prefer to cook my own meals.

How to use My own

Use when emphasizing possession. Avoid in formal writing; prefer 'my personal'.

Grammar pattern

my own + noun

Memory hint

Think of owning something that's special to you.

Related words

Collocations with My own

• my own thoughts
• my own style
• my own space

Synonyms for My own

• my own personal
• my individual
• my exclusive

Common mistakes with My own

• Confusing with 'me own' which is slang and less formal.
• Omitting 'own' when emphasizing possession.

Frequently asked questions about My own

What does My own mean?

belonging to me

What is the definition of My own?

Something that belongs specifically to me.

How do you use My own in a sentence?

I want to create my own path in life.

Can you give another example of My own?

This car is my own; I bought it last year.

What are synonyms for My own?

Common alternatives include my own personal, my individual, my exclusive.

What words go with My own?

It commonly pairs with my own thoughts, my own style, my own space.

What are common mistakes when using My own?

Confusing with 'me own' which is slang and less formal. Omitting 'own' when emphasizing possession.

How do you pronounce My own?

US: //maɪ oʊn//, UK: //maɪ əʊn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use My own?

Use when emphasizing possession. Avoid in formal writing; prefer 'my personal'.