Synonyms for

My

Verb / maɪ / Another word for my — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

belonging to or associated with the speaker

Synonyms & similar words

mine personal

Synonyms by register

Literary

mine own thy own

Antonyms

your his hers their our its

Common collocations

  • my house
  • my car
  • my opinion
  • my friend
  • my family
  • my life
  • my heart
  • my way

Word family

Usage note

My is a possessive determiner used before a noun to indicate that the noun belongs to or is associated with the speaker. It is used for all genders and numbers.

Example sentences

  1. My cat is black and white.
  2. I love my family.
  3. This is my favorite book.
  4. My mom makes the best cookies.
  5. I am wearing my new shoes today.

Quotes

  • 'My life is my message.' - Mahatma Gandhi
  • 'My Mama always said, life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get.' - Forrest Gump
  • 'I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat.' - Winston Churchill

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