Noun Compound, Of phrase or Genitive case

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I would like a better explanation on these three subjects. My problem is that I don't really understand them. Is it correct to say "The TV volume is too high" or should I say "The TV's volume is too high" or maybe "The volume of the TV is too high"???????????? Please, help me.

Ramon Rodrigues

Danny-K · Accepted Answer

The TV volume is too loud.

The TV's volume is too loud.

The volume of the TV is too high, is okay too.

- Reminds me of my father who died in 2000 (English was his second language) . When I was a child would instruct me to "turn the TV low!" if I had it on to loud. Hee hee.

Does anyone remember a record by Joe Dolce from years ago called "Ah shaddap you face"? (Shut your face). That was a favourite phrase of my father's too. The record caused a lot of controversy, but Joe Dolce made it with love and affection in remembrance of his father. I understand why he sang it as a tribute. I bought it for the same reasons. Sorry for digressing, it's late in the night, ah memories . . .

CalifJim · Answer

AnonymousIs it correct to say "The TV volume is too high" ... ?

Yes. Just stick with this one.

There are no rules that I know of that thoroughly explain everything about the three choices you are concerned about. Generally, the apostrophe form occurs most often with people (John's, my uncle's, the children's, etc.), but it sometimes occurs in other situations as well. The compound noun form is probably the most often used for inanimate things. (paper clip, wheel guard, toilet seat, pot lid, etc., etc., etc., by the thousands) The "of" construction is probably used least, especially in ordinary everyday conversation.

CJ

Anonymous · Answer

Thank you! You really helped me.

Anonymous · Answer

Too bad there aren't rules about that but your tips were really great. Thanks a lot CJ.

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