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Collective Noun for Finches

What Is a Group of Finches Called?

A group of finches is called a charm.
Collective NounUsage
charma charm of finches
collective noun for finches

charm of finches

Other Words for a Group of Finches

While charm is the most common collective noun for finches, a group of finches is also called a trembling, trimming, or chirm.

What Type of Word is "Charm"?

The word "charm" is a collective noun. A collective noun is a word used to represent a group of people, animals, or things.

"Charm Is" or "Charm Are"?

Writers are often unsure whether to treat a collective noun like "charm" 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 charm is moving nearer. correct tick
  • The charm are moving in different directions. correct tick
Here are 300 more collective nouns for animals.
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