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Compound nouns & possessive forms

Syllabus topic 19: Compound nouns & possessive forms

Compound nouns & possessive forms. Compound nouns often use a singular modifying noun: shoe shop, car door.

How it works

Compound nouns often use a singular modifying noun: shoe shop, car door. Possessive 's commonly links people and relationships; of often describes parts or inanimate relationships. Plural compound heads take the plural, as in sisters-in-law. Usage is partly conventional.

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Notice how each form fits its sentence. Read the context before choosing a form.

  • There are two shoe shops nearby.
  • My two sisters-in-law are visiting. (sister-in-law)
  • This is my manager's office. (one manager)
  • The roof of the building is damaged.
  • We need a new ink cartridge for the printer.

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