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August 23, 2010
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calvesWhich Means:The plural of 'calf': a baby cow, or the muscle on the lower backside of the leg. As In:
Heads Up!To form the plural in some words ending in F, change the F to V and add -ES: calves, loaves, wolves. |
shovelsWhich Means:The plural of 'shovel': a spade- or square-shaped tool on the end of a long handle, used for digging holes. As In:
Heads Up!To most words, add -S or -ES to the end to form the plural. |
butterfliesWhich Means:The plural for 'butterfly': an insect with antennae, a slender body, and large wings often covered with markings. As In:
Heads Up!If there is a consonant before the Y, change the Y to I and add -ES. |
volcanoesWhich Means:The plural of 'volcano': an opening in the earth's crust that lava, ash, and gases flow through during an eruption. As In:
Heads Up!To change words ending in O to plural, add and -ES: tomatoes, potatoes. |
sheepWhich Means:The plural of 'sheep': As In:
Heads Up!Some words don't change in the plural form: deer, fish (sometimes). |
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The farmer woke early to feed the calves.
Mia had to choose and buy one of the several shovels at the hardware store.
Above the grassy meadow fly butterflies of every color.
There are several volcanoes located throughout the world. Where are they in your country?
Sheep graze in the green pasture.© 2004-2011 Lexiteria, LLC