Definition: The possessive form shows ownership or relationship. Use 's for singular nouns and irregular plurals, and s' for regular plural nouns ending in s.
• Ahmed's book (singular)
• The children's room (irregular plural)
• The teachers' lounge (plural ending in s)
📊 Summary Table
Noun Type
Definition
Examples
Common
General name
city, dog, school
Proper
Specific name
London, Fido, Harvard
Singular
One item
apple, child, mouse
Plural
More than one
apples, children, mice
Collective
Group as unit
team, flock, family
Masculine
Male gender
actor, prince
Feminine
Female gender
actress, princess
Possessive
Shows ownership
Ali's car, girls' school
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the difference between common and proper nouns?▼
Common nouns name general items (city, dog), while proper nouns name specific ones (London, Fido) and are always capitalised.
Q2.How do I form the plural of most nouns?▼
Usually add -s (cat→cats). For words ending in -ch, -sh, -s, -x, add -es (box→boxes). Irregular forms exist (child→children).
Q3.How do I show possession with plural nouns?▼
For plural nouns ending in -s, add only an apostrophe (the dogs' toys). For irregular plurals (children), add 's (the children's room).