Middle English theo-, from Latin, from Greek the-, theo-, from theos. before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a. 15th century, in the meaning defined above. How do you pronounce …

(used, especially before a noun, with a specifying or particularizing effect, as opposed to the indefinite or generalizing force of the indefinite article a or an ). the book you gave me; Come into the house.

It is used at the beginning of noun groups. The is usually pronounced (ðə ) before a consonant and (ði ) before a vowel, but pronounced (ðiː ) when you are emphasizing it. You use the at the beginning of …

You're the fifth person to ask me that question. used to say that the particular person or thing being mentioned is the best, most famous, etc. In this use, "the" is usually given strong pronunciation: …

Oct 12, 2025 · We use the definite article in front of a noun when we believe the listener/reader knows exactly what we are referring to: The Pope is visiting Russia. The moon is very bright tonight. Who is …

Payment is due on the fifth of each month. She plays the guitar. The newspapers covered the story. I think he's the one (for me), and I want to marry him. He is the person [=the right person] for the job. …

1. used preceding a noun that has been previously specified: the pain should disappear soon; the man then opened the door.

When you express rates, prices, and measurements, you can use the to say how many units apply to each of the items being measured.

Seattle is situated on an isthmus between Puget Sound, an inlet of the Pacific Ocean, and Lake Washington. It is the northernmost major city in the United States, located about 100 miles (160 km) …

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