Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Sheep”
An animal with thick wool that farmers raise for its fleece and meat.
Word Family of Sheep
What is the noun of sheep? — sheep
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The shepherd counted all the sheep on the hillside. A1
- Sheep produce wool, which is used to make sweaters and blankets. A2
- The farmer kept fifty sheep in the barn during winter. B1
Origin and Word Formation of Sheep
From Old English 'sceap', related to Germanic languages.
Sheep are iconic pastoral animals in Western culture and literature.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Sheep
Wrong: I saw three sheeps on the farm.
Correct: I saw three sheep on the farm.
Sheep is both singular and plural. Never add 's' for the plural form.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Sheep
What are the word forms of “sheep”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “sheep”?
“sheep” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “sheep” come from?
From Old English 'sceap', related to Germanic languages.