Where are the rules for forming plurals discussed?
I came across something that said we simply add an 's' to a word ending in 'y' to form the plural if there is a vowel preceding the 'y'. If there is a not a vowel before the 'y', it is changed to an 'i' and then we add 'es'.
Examples: donkey(s)
penny(ies)
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forming plurals
by GApeetz » Thu Jul 09, 2009 5:01 pm
Lorene Peetz
"But let all those rejoice who put their trust
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"But let all those rejoice who put their trust
in You; let them ever shout for JOY, because
You defend them; let those also who love
Your name be joyful in You." Psalm 5:11
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Re: forming plurals
by Betty » Thu Jul 30, 2009 11:58 pm
You submitted a great question. Example words and explanations for each type of plural ending are given in the Teacher's Guide at each grade level. They are in the planning section in the writing objectives of the lesson plans.
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Re: forming plurals
by GApeetz » Thu Oct 07, 2010 4:34 am
The method for forming plurals is given when that particular word comes up in the list? Is that what you are saying?
Sorry for such a delay in this reply, I guess I never received notice of your reply...
Thank you!
Sorry for such a delay in this reply, I guess I never received notice of your reply...
Thank you!
Lorene Peetz
"But let all those rejoice who put their trust
in You; let them ever shout for JOY, because
You defend them; let those also who love
Your name be joyful in You." Psalm 5:11
"But let all those rejoice who put their trust
in You; let them ever shout for JOY, because
You defend them; let those also who love
Your name be joyful in You." Psalm 5:11
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Re: forming plurals
by Betty » Wed Oct 13, 2010 11:46 pm
You have a good question. I think you are referring to spelling rule 24 on WRTR page 225.
Plurals of nouns and pronouns are in the writing objectives. Spalding also has posters that can help in making the concept of plural more concrete. They are part of the parts of speech poster group.
Betty
Spalding Executive Trainer
Plurals of nouns and pronouns are in the writing objectives. Spalding also has posters that can help in making the concept of plural more concrete. They are part of the parts of speech poster group.
Betty
Spalding Executive Trainer
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