Collective Noun for Nuthatches

What Is a Group of Nuthatches Called?

A group of nuthatches is called a booby.
Collective NounUsage
boobya booby of nuthatches
collective noun for nuthatches

booby of nuthatches

What Type of Word is "Booby"?

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

"Booby Is" or "Booby Are"?

Writers are often unsure whether to treat a collective noun like "booby" 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 booby is moving nearer. correct tick
  • The booby are moving in different directions. correct tick
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This page was written by Craig Shrives.