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Understanding the Context

This article will look at the possessive form of “student” and how to use it. Students or Student’s or Students’: Which Is The Correct Possessive Form? “Student’s” is the correct singular possessive ... While digital learning may not be the best way to learn for all students, it is the best way to learn for some students.

Key Insights

The word student’s is the singular possessive of student. E.g., “Each student’s needs are different.” Furthermore, the word students’ is the plural possessive form. E.g., “University students’ work is supposed to be of a high standard.” Also, students is the regular plural form. The following chart shows the different forms of the word student. Where does student come from?

Final Thoughts

The word student entered English around 1350–1400. It ultimately derives from the Latin studēre. The meaning of this verb is one we think will resonate with a lot of actual students out there: “to take pains.”