What is the possessive plural of sheep?
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The question is asking for the form or construction of the possessive plural for the word 'sheep'. In English, this typically involves forming a possessive by adding an apostrophe and possibly an 's'.
Answer
sheep's
The plural possessive of sheep is sheep's
Answer for screen readers
The plural possessive of sheep is sheep's
More Information
The word 'sheep' is one of those irregular nouns that doesn't change in its plural form. Therefore, its possessive forms are the same for both singular and plural: 'sheep's'.
Tips
Some people might think the plural possessive needs an additional 's' at the end ('sheeps''), which is incorrect. It's simply 'sheep's'.
Sources
- What is the plural possessive of sheep? - Answers - answers.com
- Grammar: Plural Possessives - GCFGlobal - edu.gcfglobal.org
- Possessive Nouns Background Information for Teachers and Parents - educators.brainpop.com
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