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What words get apostrophes?
If a noun is plural and ends in S, you only need to add an apostrophe at the end to make it possessive. Examples include “the students’ tests,” “the girls’ backpacks,” and “the Morris’ car.” In the case of irregular plural nouns that don’t end in S, add an apostrophe and an S to the word to make it possessive.
Is there an apostrophe after OL?
Generally the rule for eliminating a letter is that you replace the eliminated letter with an apostrophe. That’s what we do when when we push words like “are” and “not” together. We eliminate the “o,” replace it with a “‘” and end up with “aren’t.” You do the same with “Ol'” even though you aren’t using two words.
What are some examples of apostrophe?
A few apostrophe examples below:
- I am – I’m: “I’m planning to write a book someday.”
- You are – You’re: “You’re going to have a lot of fun with your new puppy.”
- She is – She’s: “She’s always on time.”
- It is – It’s: “I can’t believe it’s snowing again.”
- Do not – Don’t: “I don’t like anchovies.”
Is it good ole or old?
Ol’ is preferable to ole (not to be confused with olé, a Spanish exclamation synonymous with bravo! and, like that word, always punctuated with an exclamation point, which is nevertheless enshrined in the name of the Grand Ole Opry and in Ole Miss, the nickname for the University of Mississippi, as well as in the song …
What are the reasons for using an apostrophe?
Forming Possessive Nouns Showing Omission of Letters or Numbers Forming Strange Plurals
What are the rules for using an apostrophe?
Rules for Using Apostrophes. Apostrophes are used to show possession or omission. When writing contractions, place the apostrophe where the letter or letters are omitted. Examples: won’t, can’t, you’re wrong, he’s a great dentist. Singular possession requires an apostrophe before the “s.”.
When to not use an apostrophe?
Common apostrophe mistakes are easily noticeable when the apostrophe is added where it is not needed. Do not use an apostrophe when using possessive pronouns that end in ‘s.’ Do not use an apostrophe as a result of confusion over words that have the same sound but have different meanings.
What are some examples using an apostrophe?
Oh,rose,how sweet you smell and how bright you look!