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Why does a possesssive have an apostrophe?
To show possession.
Should an apostrophe be used to make a name plural?
No. Apostrophes are used to show something omitted, as in 'don't', or to show possession, as in Mary's pen.
What is an apostrophy?
An apostrophe is this symbol ' . It can be used to show possession. It can also be used in plural possession, but not always for "its".
Do you use an apostrophe to show possession?
Yes. The apostrophe is used to show possession, such as in "the dog's collar". it is also used in a contraction to indicate missing letters, such as in "can't", where the letters n and o are missing.
How do you show possession with a name ending in an x?
Nouns ending in x show possession by adding an apostrophe -s ('s) to the end of the word. Examples:The fox's tail was matted and muddy.We met Max's mother at the meeting.
What is the name for this ' symbol used to show possession in the English language?
The name for the ' symbol used to show possession in English is an apostrophe.
How do you show possession for the first name Thomas?
The mother of Thomas.Thomas' mother.
Why does a possesssive have an apostrophe?
To show possession.
When do you use an apostrophe in a person name?
An apostrophe is used in a proper name to show possession. Leah's dress, David's voice, and Justin's hair, for example.
Does the word solicitors have an apostrophe?
No, the word "solicitors" does not have an apostrophe. An apostrophe is typically used to show possession or to indicate missing letters in a contraction. In the case of "solicitors," there is no need to show possession or contraction.
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
Should there be an apostrophe in the word theirs?
No. Ours is a possessive pronoun. It requires no punctuation to show possession.
Where does the apostrophe go in 'rhinoceros' when showing possession?
The apostrophe in "rhinoceros" to show possession should go after the "s", making it "rhinoceros'".
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.
Do you need an apostrophe for the club name Carolina Girls Soccer?
Only if the title is a proper name, that is, if Carolina Girl is the name of a group. Then you must use the apostrophe to show possession. If the name of the group is Carolina Girls, then no apostrophe is necessary.
Is there an apostrophe after auditors?
Use an apostrophe if you want to show possession. Example: auditors' book
Does grandmas have an apostrophe?
Use an apostrophe if you want to show possession. Example: grandma's garden
