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Meaning of this in English

Adjective

1. used to indicate a person or thing nearer than or contrasted with another thing

This book is old, and that one is new.

Adverb

1. to this extent; to such an extent

Are they always this late?

Pronoun

1. used to indicate a person or thing present, nearby, or just mentioned

This is an apple. That is an orange.

2. a person or thing present, nearby, or just mentioned

This is my friend, Bob.

3. the speaker or the person spoken to, on the telephone

This is Bob. ー Speaking.

4. something that is nearer or is being compared

This is old, and that is new.

5. something about to be said

This will make you change your mind.
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