Is Zero Singular or Plural?
2025-01-22
A lively discussion on Stack Exchange explores the grammatical number of 'zero' in English. The question stems from a math textbook example using 'zero 3s', treating zero as plural. This isn't a mathematical rule but a quirk of English grammar. When 'zero' modifies a countable noun, the noun often takes a plural form, mirroring the usage of other words expressing negation. The debate highlights the complexities of English grammar and the sometimes counter-intuitive nature of language.