he wasn't

Grammar usage guide and real-world examples

The phrase "he wasn't" is used to negate a statement about a male subject. For example, "he wasn't there" means he was not present.

"He wasn't" is a contraction of "he was not". The contracted form is more common in informal contexts, while "he was not" is slightly more formal.

Use "he wasn't" when referring to a male subject, and "she wasn't" when referring to a female subject. The pronoun should match the gender of the person being discussed.

Yes, alternatives include phrases like "he did not", "he was unable to", or depending on the context, a rephrased sentence that avoids negation altogether.