What is an Apostrophe?
An apostrophe is a punctuation mark used to indicate possession or omissions in a word. It can also show a contraction in a sentence.
Where to Place Apostrophes
- Use an apostrophe to form a possessive noun, e.g., 'cat's toy'.
- Use an apostrophe to show a contraction, e.g., 'don't'.
- Place an apostrophe within a word to show omission, e.g., 'it's'.
Tips for Proper Apostrophe Placement
- Use an apostrophe with singular nouns that end in -s to show possession.
- Use an apostrophe with plural nouns that end in -s to show possession, unless the noun is a plural of a word that doesn't end in -s.
- Avoid using apostrophes in plural nouns that don't end in -s.