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The plural form of state is states.

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What is the plural possessive?

The plural possessive form is the possessive form (ownership or attribute) of a plural noun. When a plural ends in S, the possessive form adds only an apostrophe. When a plural does not end in S, the possessive form uses apostrophe S. Examples: state - plural states - plural possessive states' (The states' governors met in Miami. - governors of more than one state) child - plural children - plural possessive children's (The children's coats were kept in the closet. - coats of more than one child) mouse - plural mice - plural possessive mice's (The mice's tails were caught in the trap. - tails of all the mice)


Is states a possessive noun word?

"States" can be a noun meaning a condition or situation, but it is not typically used as a possessive form. The possessive form of "states" would be "state's" if referring to something belonging to a state.


What is the plural possessive form of Mississippi?

The question is a bit confusing. Since there is only one state and one river named Mississippi, I can't think of a use for a plural form of the noun.If, for some reason you would have a use for a plural form, it would be two Mississippis. The plural possessive form would be the two Mississippis' border.


Plural possessive nouns?

Plural Possessive NounsNaming more than one noun (bird/birds) and being in the state of ownership shown by an apostrophe after the plural form. Ex: birds (plural)birds' beaks (plural and possessive)EASY RULE:Make the noun plural, then add the apostrophe.**On plural forms not ending in s (irregular nouns), add an s after the apostrophe to sound right with the rest of the sentence.Ex: man/men (irregular noun made plural)men's departmentApostrophe added to plural form of noun to show ownership;Needs an s after the plural noun to sound right in the sentenceBoth plural and possessive!


Is mess a singular or plural?

"Mess" is typically used as a singular noun, referring to a disorganized or untidy state. However, it can also be used informally as a plural noun when referring to a group of individuals, as in "These kids are a real mess."