somebodys

Somebodys is the plural form of somebody in ordinary English, though in everyday writing the plural is commonly rendered as somebodies. The form somebodys appears mainly in informal speech, where it can function as a rhetorical device to refer to a group of people perceived as notable, influential, or recognizable, often in opposition to nobodys. In spoken language, phrases like the somebodys are taking over illustrate the idea of a social or cultural elite. In formal prose, writers typically avoid this construction or rephrase as people who are somebody or the notable people.

Beyond ordinary grammar, Somebodys can be used as a proper noun: a brand name, a band, a fictional group, or project title. There is no single widely known entity by the exact name Somebodys; rather, usages are context-dependent and vary by creator. When used as a proper noun, capitalization signals branding or character identity, e.g., Somebodys (a hypothetical band) or The Somebodys (a fictional collective).

Etymology: derived from somebody; the standard plural in neutral writing is somebodies. The capitalized form Somebodys is a stylistic choice. Users should rely on context to determine whether the term denotes a generic plural or a specific entity.

See also: Somebody; Somebodies (disambiguation).