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"faculty" vs "faculties"

Both 'faculty' and 'faculties' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Faculty' is used to refer to the group of teachers in a school or university, while 'faculties' can refer to the mental or physical powers of a person.

Last Updated: March 31, 2024

faculty

Correct. 'Faculty' is used to refer to the group of teachers in a school or university.

Use 'faculty' when referring to the group of teachers in an educational institution. It is a singular noun.

Examples:

  • The faculty at the university is very diverse.
  • She is a member of the faculty at the school.

Alternatives:

  • teaching staff
  • academic staff
  • professors

faculties

Correct. 'Faculties' can refer to the mental or physical powers of a person.

Use 'faculties' when referring to the mental or physical powers of a person. It is a plural noun.

Examples:

  • He used all his mental faculties to solve the problem.
  • She has great artistic faculties.

Alternatives:

  • abilities
  • capabilities
  • powers

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