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When a persons last name ends in z and you need to show possession what do you do?
When a person’s last name ends with “z” and you want to show possession (meaning something belongs to them), you usually add an apostrophe and then an “s” after the name, just like you would with most other names. For example, if the person’s name is "Lopez," and you want to talk about their car, you would say "Lopez’s car."
So, even though “z” is at the end of the name, you still add 's to show possession:
Lopez’s house
Gonzalez’s book
However, some people prefer just adding an apostrophe (Lopez’) instead of ’s. But usually, adding 's is correct and makes it easier to read.In general, most English style guides, like those used in schools, recommend adding 's after a name ending in "z" to show possession. So, Lopez’s car and Gonzalez’s book are correct in these cases.
However, certain styles, like AP (Associated Press) style, suggest adding only an apostrophe without the "s" for names ending in "s" or "z" to avoid extra "s" sounds. So, according to AP style, Lopez’ car would also be correct.
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When a persons last name ends in z do you add 's or z' to show possession?
To show possession for a last name ending in "z," you still add an apostrophe and an "s" ('s). For example, for the last name "Gomez," you would write "Gomez's car" to show possession.
Can an apostrophe S go after the letter s in a persons last name?
Yes, you can use an apostrophe s to show possession even if the name ends in Z.
Does an apostrophe come after the letter 'z' of a persons last name?
Yes an apostrophe is needed after the letter z of a person's last name if it indicates a possession. Example: Jessica Sanchez' golden voice.
How do you show possession if the last name is Sims?
To make possessive a noun that ends with an 's', just add an apostrophe ('). Example: Jesus' name
What is the last name of the lady Sarah who sings Possession?
Sarah Mclachlan Possession
What if a last name ends in a y and you want to make it plural?
When a persons name ends with a 'y', you make it plural by adding an 's' after the 'y'. Examples: There are two Marys in my class. The Murphys live next door to us.
What is the nationality of the last name Stacey?
I have noticed that many persons whose last name ends in -ey are of Irish extraction. For example Raney, Ulrey, Bailey, etc. This is entirely anecdotal,based only on my personal observation.
In writing the last name showing multiple peopleis an apostrophe required and where?
If the last name is plural or singular, ends in s or any other letter, it will always end in apostrophe s if it is signifying possession. Example: The Jones's house The Johnson's place
How do you use an apostrophe in a last name that ends in s?
To show possession in a last name that ends in s, you generally add an apostrophe followed by another s. For example, "Jones's car" or "Williams's book." However, some style guides suggest just adding an apostrophe after the s for clarity, especially with longer names.
How did Sanger get its name?
a honaral persons last name
How do you denote possession in a name that ends in z?
You put an apostrophe after the z ie. This is Baz' chair.
Last Name Of Famous Author last name ends in F?
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