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Yes, there can b an apostrophe after an "s." In a plural word ending in "s"

that shows possession, the apostrophe comes after the s. For example, if you were to say that the dog belonged to the chefs, you would say it is the chefs' dog.

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Where does the apostrophe go on word fighters?

Use the apostrophe right after the letter s: fighters'


When do you use an aprostrophe behind a noun?

An apostrophe is used to make a noun into a possessive noun. By adding an "apostrophe s" to the end of a word, or if the word already ends with an "s", you only add the "apostrophe" after the existing "s" at the end of the word to show that something in the sentence belongs to that noun.The apostrophe or apostrophe s shows possession.


Why apostrophe is in the end in the word mistress'?

There is no apostrophe at the end of the word mistress. An apostrophe goes at the end of PLURAL possessives ending in -s, not singular ones. The possessive singular of mistress is mistress's, and the plural possessive is mistresses'.


Can a singular possessive noun have just an apostrophe at the end of the word?

Singular possessives are formed by adding an apostrophe s (s) to the end of a noun; for example:mother's carthe city's roadsthe bird's nestThere are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns ending in s:Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the word; for example:"Put it on the boss' desk."Add an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the word; for example:"Put it on the boss's desk."If you are a student, I recommend that you use the form your teacher prefers. If you are not a student, then use the form that you like.


What is the possessive noun for Bess work?

There are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns ending in s:Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the word: Bess' workAdd an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the word: Bess's work

Related Questions

Is use of apostrophe in a name ending 'ss' - Ross's room - correct?

Yes, there can be either apostrophe s ('s) or just an apostrophe (') at the end of the word.


What is the possessive form of a word ending in s?

singular - bus - possessive is bus's. plural - buses - possessive is buses'


What is the difference between the pronunciation of apostrophe s or s apostrophe?

The possessive singular of English nouns is formed by adding -'s, which adds an s sound to the word, and in the case of singulars already ending in s, it adds a syllable: Jones's is pronounced Joneses. The possessive plural of English nouns ending in s if formed by the addition of the apostrophe alone. It has no sound. Joneses' is pronounced Joneses. DO NOT use the apostrophe alone with singulars ending in s.


Do you add 's to a word ending in s for ownership?

Yes, you can add an apostrophe followed by an s ('s) to show ownership for singular nouns ending in s, such as "James's car." However, for plural nouns ending in s, you only add an apostrophe after the s, like in "the students' books."


Does the word parents use apostrophe s?

Use an apostrophe only (without the s) to the word parents if it indicates possession. Example: parents' house


What does an apostrophe at the end of a word symbolize?

Final apostrophe indicates a plural possessive. It is only used to form the possessive of plural nouns ending in -s. Do not use a final apostrophe for the possessive of a singular noun ending in -s: it is for plurals only.


Do you use an apostrophe after a last name ending is s?

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').


What is the correct placement of the apostrophe for the possessive form of the word business?

There are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns ending in s:Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the word: business'Add an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the word: business'sExamples:Many factors are involved in a business' success.Many factors are involved in a business's success.Note: If you are a student, use the form that is preferred by your teacher.


Where does the apostrophe go on word fighters?

Use the apostrophe right after the letter s: fighters'


When using the name Achilles do you use 's or s' apostrophe?

If you are indicating possession (Achilles' heal) use an apostrophe at the end of the word. If you are simply stating his name, there is no apostrophe.


What is the singular possessive of nucleus?

There are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns ending in s:Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the word: nucleus'Add an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the word: nucleus'sNote: If you are a student, use the form that is preferred by your teacher.


What is the correct spelling of possessive nouns ending in s?

There are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns ending in s:Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the word: class'Add an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the word: class'sExamples:The class' assignment is due on Monday.The class's assignment is due on Monday.For plural nouns that end with an s, an apostrophe (') is added to the ending s.Example: The classes' assembly is scheduled for ten.