1. Introduction…………………………………………………………………….. 2
2. Number……………………………………………………………………………. 3
3. The category of number…………………………………………………… 4-7
4. Expression of number in different classes of nouns………….. 8
5. Nouns used in both numbers……………………………………………. 8
6. Nouns used only in the singular………………………………………… 9-10
7. The development or loss of plural forms in connection with a change or variation of meaning of the noun…………………….. 10-12
8. Nouns used only in the plural……………………………………………. 12-13
9. Nouns used in the plural in a special sense……………………….. 13
10. Double plural forms………………………………………………………….. 14
11. Conclusion………………………………………………………………………… 15
12. References………………………………………………………………………… 16