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Why does a possesssive have an apostrophe?
To show possession.
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".
Where to put the apostrophe in the word its?
The word "its" does not require an apostrophe when indicating possession, as in "The dog chased its tail." However, "it's" with an apostrophe is a contraction for "it is" or "it has," as in "It's going to rain today." To determine whether to use the apostrophe, consider whether you mean possession (no apostrophe) or a contraction (with apostrophe).
What punctuation mark is used to show the possessive form of a noun and is used to show that a letter or letters have been left out of a contraction?
An apostrophe is used to show possession and contractions. The apostrophe is used to show the possessive form of a noun and is use also used to form contractions.
What is a good rule of thumb for using apostrophe's to show possession versus action?
The apostrophe is generally used to show possession or a contraction. Example 1: "Melissa broke her brother'sskateboard." In this sentence we can see that the apostrophe is used to tell us that the skateboard Melissa broke belongs to her brother. Hence, the apostrophe is used to show possession. Example 2: "Melissa thinks that her brother's a jerk." In this sentence we can see that the apostrophe is used to contract or shorten "brother is." Hence, the apostrophe is used to show a contraction. Other, more common contractions, such as "isn't" (is not) and "don't" (do not) are formed similarly. The best way to decide the proper use of an apostrophe is to know what it is you are writing about. Ask yourself, "Am I writing about a thing that belongs to someone, or am I trying to shorten two words into one?"
Is there an apostrophe after auditors?
Use an apostrophe if you want to show possession. Example: auditors' book
What are the 2 times you use an apostrophe?
In contractions and to show possession
Does grandmas have an apostrophe?
Use an apostrophe if you want to show possession. Example: grandma's garden
What are the two reasons we use an apostrophe?
We use an apostrophe to show possession (such as "John's car") and to indicate contractions (such as "can't" instead of "cannot").
Why does a possesssive have an apostrophe?
To show possession.
What's the best way to use tis apostrophe in a sentence?
The best way to use an apostrophe in a sentence is to show possession or to indicate a contraction.
Do you use an apostrophe with theirs?
No! * The prize is theirs. * Theirs is the glory,
Can you add apostrophe s after who to show plurality?
No. Apostrophe is used to show ownership or constractions but not to show plurarity.
How do you use an apostrophe after the word customer?
For singular possession, it would be customer's.For plural possession, it would be customers'.An apostrophe would not be placed on its own after the word customer.
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.
What pronoun require an apostrophe to show possession?
One. One would take one's lunch to school.
Does grandma have an apostrophe?
Use an apostrophe if you want to show possession. Example: grandma's garden
