There vs Their vs They’re

These three words sound alike but have different meanings.

There usually refers to a place or introduces something.

  • Put the bag over there.
  • There is a problem.
  • I have been there before.

Their shows possession.

  • They brought their children.
  • The students opened their books.
  • The company changed their policy.

They’re means they are.

  • They’re coming soon.
  • I think they’re ready.
  • They’re very happy.

Easy way to remember

There = place
Their = belonging to them
They’re = they are