Whoever’s or Whoevers: Which is Correct?

“Whoever’s” vs. “Whoevers”: which one is grammatically correct? There can be some confusion around the term “whoever’s” and “whoevers.”

In short, “whoevers” is not a word. Consider it a misspelling.  “Whoever’s” is the contracted form of the relative pronoun “whoever.”

The pronoun “whoever” can mean “the person who” and “anyone who.” It is used to refer to whatever person.

Whoever

The word “whoever’s” is the contracted form of “whoever.” Whoever’s” can mean “whoever is” or “whoever has.

Whoever’s

A common error is to use “whoever’s” as the possessive form of “whoever.” This is grammatically incorrect; however, it is the preferred colloquial form.

Whoever’s as The Possessive Form

The word “whosever” is the possessive form of “whoever.” It is an old word that is rarely used anymore. In fact, many dictionaries are now removing it.

Whosever

Nowadays, people use “whoever’s” as their preferred standard possessive form. This does not make it grammatically correct.

Whoever’s or Whosever

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