Is Peoples Correct Word?

People vs. Peoples—What's the Difference? Most of the time, people is the correct word to choose as a plural for person. ... Peoples is only necessary when you refer to distinct ethnic groups (for example, within the same region).

Which is correct people's or peoples?

The formation of the possessive is regular; the singular is people's and the plural is peoples '. At one time, some usage guides maintained that people could not be preceded by a number, as in Fewer than 30 people showed up. This use is now unquestionably standard in all contexts.

Is it correct to say many peoples?

The word "people" is already plural. One person, two people. "Peoples" is correct in some situations, such as when you describe multiple populations. You will be more likely to find it being using in a context that relates to sociology for example, describing "peoples of the world."

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

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