This/ðɪs/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Physical Proximity Use 'this' for things you can typically reach out and touch. Could you pass me this pen? Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Closeness 'This' can show something is special to you, emotionally near. This necklace, my grandmother's, is precious. Pro Tip 3/3Speaker's Perspective Use 'this' to introduce your perspective or argument. This is what I think about the new policy.