Why we use the Apostrophe (') ?
This is the puctuation mark that most users of englis despise.It has come to a stage where students overuse the apostrophe,as if to be on the safe side!This is a universal problem,and not specific to Sri Lanka.Plwaee follow the guidelines given below.
*To show ownership or possession,add's to a singular noun or to a plural noun that does not end in-s.
e.g.Lastnight's storm has wrecked the children's hospital.
*Add the apostrophe alone to a plural noun that ends in-s
e.g.The boys'hostel wasshamed bu the thugs.
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