Which of the following words is regarded as singular?a)Dogsb)Mathemati...
Singular and Plural
In grammar, nouns can be either singular or plural. Singular nouns refer to one person, place, thing, or idea, while plural nouns refer to more than one.
Examples:
- Singular: cat, book, chair
- Plural: cats, books, chairs
Identifying Singular Nouns
To identify whether a noun is singular or plural, we need to look at its form and meaning.
- Form: Singular nouns typically end in -s, -x, -o, -z, -ch, or -sh. However, there are many exceptions to this rule.
Examples: bus, box, potato, quiz, church, fish
- Meaning: Singular nouns refer to one person, place, thing, or idea.
Examples: dog, house, car, idea
Answer Explanation
Out of the given options, only "Mathematics" is regarded as singular because:
- Its form is not indicative of plurality.
- Its meaning refers to a field of study or an academic subject, which is considered singular.
The other options ("Dogs", "Cats", "Cars") are all plural because they refer to multiple objects or animals.