Collective Noun For Ducks - Grammar Monster

Collective Noun for Ducks

What Is a Group of Ducks Called?

homesitemapcollective nouns ducks A group of ducks is called a flock.
Collective NounUsage
flocka flock of ducks
collective noun for ducks

flock of ducks

What Type of Word is "Flock"?

The word "flock" is a collective noun. A collective noun is a word used to represent a group of people, animals, or things. show me an infographic

"Flock Is" or "Flock Are"?

Writers are often unsure whether to treat a collective noun like "flock" as singular or plural. As a general rule, you should treat a collective noun as singular. However, if the context of your sentence focuses on the individuals within the group, you should treat it as plural. For example:
  • The flock is moving nearer. correct tick
  • The flock are moving in different directions. correct tick
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