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When showing possession for a last name ending in "s," the use of an apostrophe depends on the style guide you follow. Both "Jones'" and "Jones's" are considered correct. However, it is more common in modern usage to simply add an apostrophe after the "s" (Jones').
No, you do not need to use an apostrophe in a last name if it is not possessive.
To make a last name plural that already ends in "s," simply add an apostrophe after the "s," as in "the Joneses' house." This is because the apostrophe alone signifies plural possession.
Either form is generally accepted, but using an apostrophe s simplifies pronunciation and can help avoid confusion, especially in written communication. For example, "Martinez's" is more straightforward than "Martinez'." Ultimately, consistency is key.
Yes, in the phrase "last year's party," you should use an apostrophe to show possession. The apostrophe indicates that the party belongs to last year.
NO when adding an apostrophe you only use it if you're implying that its something they ownEX 1That was Aj's phone!EX 2That phone was Aj's!The Wrong WAYThat phone was Ajs!
Apostrophe is placed after the letter z in names ending in this letter. Example: Mr. Sanchez' office or Mr. Sanchez's office
Either form is generally accepted, but using an apostrophe s simplifies pronunciation and can help avoid confusion, especially in written communication. For example, "Martinez's" is more straightforward than "Martinez'." Ultimately, consistency is key.
Yes... Jane's book
No, unless your name has an apostrophe in it or you are using it in the possessive.
Final apostrophe is only used in the case of plurals ending in s. Otherwise apostrophe plus s is required. Thus we might say we listened to Tom Jones's records at the Joneses' house.
Yes, there can be either apostrophe s ('s) or just an apostrophe (') at the end of the word.
To indicate singular possession:Mr. McCoy's booksJim James's socksTo indicate plural possession:The James' household
Apostrophe S is used to denote possession. Example: James's son Tonks's wand Crookshanks's tail
Yes, you can use an apostrophe s to show possession even if the name ends in Z.
No, Larpenteurs is just plural, not possessive.
Use an apostrophe s to indicate possession.Example:Gibson's guitar strings broke last night.
To make a last name plural that already ends in "s," simply add an apostrophe after the "s," as in "the Joneses' house." This is because the apostrophe alone signifies plural possession.