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English The Easy Way : English Grammar : Nouns
Collective Nouns
What is a collective noun?
- Collective nouns are nouns that refer to things or people as a unit. Examples: family, police, class, team, crew etc.
- Collective nouns can be used in both the singular form and the plural form.
Rules for Using Collective Nouns:
|
Singular Collective Noun |
Plural
Collective Nouns |
1. Singular collective nouns refer to one unit of people or things. |
1. Plural collective nouns refer to two or more units of people or things. |
| 2. Singular collective nouns are used like singular nouns. | 2. Plural collective nouns are used like plural nouns. |
English The Easy Way : English Grammar : Nouns
