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Collective Noun for Giraffes

What Is a Group of Giraffes Called?

home▸sitemap▸collective nouns ▸giraffes A group of giraffes is called a herd.
Collective NounUsage
herda herd of giraffes
collective noun for giraffes

herd of giraffes

What Type of Word is "Herd"?

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

"Herd Is" or "Herd Are"?

Writers are often unsure whether to treat a collective noun like "herd" 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 herd is moving nearer. correct tick
  • The herd are moving in different directions. correct tick
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