Great question! Here's a clear explanation of "whose" vs. "who's" :
Whose vs. Who's
Whose
- Meaning: Possessive form of "who."
- Use: To ask or indicate ownership or belonging.
- Example:
- Whose book is this?
- I met a woman whose car was stolen.
Who's
- Meaning: Contraction of "who is" or "who has."
- Use: To shorten "who is" or "who has" in informal writing or speech.
- Example:
- Who's coming to the party? (Who is coming...)
- Who's finished their homework? (Who has finished...)
Quick Tip to Remember
- If you can replace the word with "who is" or "who has" , use "who's".
- If you are talking about possession, use "whose."
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