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"1950s" vs "1950's"

Both "1950's" and "1950s" are used, but they have different meanings. "1950's" with an apostrophe is incorrect when referring to a decade. "1950s" without an apostrophe is the correct way to refer to the decade of the 1950s.

Last Updated: March 23, 2024

1950s

This is the correct way to refer to the decade of the 1950s.

Use "1950s" without an apostrophe when referring to the decade of the 1950s.

Alternatives:

  • 1950s

1950's

This construction is incorrect when referring to a decade.

Do not use an apostrophe when referring to a decade. The correct form is without the apostrophe, such as "1950s."

Alternatives:

  • 1950s

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