Plural nouns vs. possessive nouns
Here’s an explanation of the difference between possessive nouns and plural nouns:
Possessive nouns demonstrate ownership or possession, typically indicated by adding an apostrophe and an “s” (‘s) at the end of the noun. For instance, if your friend Marja owns a bike, you would write it as:
– Marja’s bike
On the other hand, plural nouns often cause confusion with possessive nouns because they both usually end in -s. However, the key distinction lies in the use of the apostrophe:
– Plural nouns do not have an apostrophe, as seen in “bosses” when referring to multiple bosses.
– Possessive nouns require an apostrophe and an “s,” like “boss’s,” to indicate that something belongs to the singular boss.
– When dealing with plural possessive nouns, use an apostrophe after the plural form, such as “bosses'” to indicate that something belongs to multiple bosses.
To summarize:
– Singular: boss
– Singular Possessive: boss’s
– Plural: bosses
– Plural Possessive: bosses’
Understanding this distinction helps ensure proper usage in your writing and clarity in expressing ownership or plurality.
Plural Noun – Rules and Examples
Plural Noun
In English, there are different rules for forming plurals and some exceptions to the authorities. Therefore, it is essential to understand the rules and exceptions of plural nouns to use them correctly in written and spoken English. In this article, we will discuss its rules with examples in brief and other vital parts of plural nouns.