Possessive Apostrophe

Learn about Possessive Apostrophe.

Edu Level: CSEC,NCSE

Date: Aug 9, 2021

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Apostrophes have 2 functions: to indicate possession and form contractions.

Use 's after a singular noun to show that something belongs to someone or something.
Use 's after a singular noun ending in -s, or use just ' (apostrophe) after a singular noun ending in -s when it sounds better.
Use 's after the last noun in a group to show joint possession.
Use 's to indicate time or duration.

Apostrophes are used in contractions to show where letters have been omitted. Example: don't (do not).