Figures of Speech

Charles’ or Charles’s?

The possessive form of Charles can be confusing. Some people write Charles’, while others write Charles’s. Both forms are correct, but different style guides prefer … Read more

Kid’s or Kids’ or Kids?

Figures of Speech

Kid’s or Kids’ or Kids?

The word kid means a child, but adding an apostrophe changes its meaning. Kid’s is singular possessive, meaning something belongs to one child (e.g., “The … Read more

Nicholas' or Nicholas's

Puns

Nicholas’ or Nicholas’s?

The possessive form of Nicholas can be written as Nicholas’s or Nicholas’, depending on the style guide. Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS) and APA Style … Read more

Months or Month’s?

Puns

Months or Month’s?

A date of birth usually does not need an apostrophe. You should say “month of birth” instead of “months of birth” because it does not … Read more

Story’s or Stories’ or Stories?

Puns

Story’s or Stories’ or Stories?

Understanding possessive forms and plural forms is essential for mastering English grammar. Words like story’s, stories’, and stories can often cause confusion, especially when discussing … Read more