you're

American  

[yoor, yer] / yʊər, yər /

1. contraction of you are:

   You're certain that's right?

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you're British  

/ jɔː, jə, jʊə /

contraction

1. you are

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Usage

See contraction.

Example Sentences

“It was my attitude that sparked his interest and the way I read the line, ‘Oh, you’re a moon child.’

From Los Angeles Times

“If you’re inviting third parties onto the premises to interact with seniors, you are responsible for their conduct, their background, and who you’re allowing access to vulnerable residents,” said Dominique N. Westmoreland, Anderson’s attorney.

From Los Angeles Times

“It seems to me,” the chief told Sauer pointedly, “maybe you’re not saying anything other than, Well, that’s different.”

From Slate

There are three specific cases, however, where changing course halfway through does gum up the works, and you’re better off leaving things as they are, the experts say.

From MarketWatch

“If you’re switching preparers, make sure all carry-forwards are captured, or you could lose tax benefit.”

From MarketWatch