Meaning & Definition of word "Em"
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Em
/ɛm/
pronoun:
- 1. A colloquial contraction of 'them', used as an object pronoun.
- Example: I saw em at the park yesterday.
- 2. Used informally to refer to people in general, often used in spoken language.
- Example: You know how em can't resist a good sale!
- 3. Referring to a group of people in a casual context.
- Example: I invited em over for dinner tonight.
Etymology
Abbreviation of 'them'; likely derived from phonetic spelling.
Common Phrases and Expressions
em...:
Used as a filler in conversation to indicate hesitation.
give 'em hell:
To confront someone aggressively or decisively.
let 'em know:
To inform someone about something.
Related Words
them:
The objective case of they, used as a pronoun.
those:
Used to refer to things or people at a distance.
Slang Meanings of em
Meaning: An informal way to refer to a group of people.
Example Sentence: Did you invite em to the party?
Meaning: An expression of uncertainty.
Example Sentence: Em, I'm not sure if I should go.