When referring to an entire class body, such as 500 students, is it correct to say freshmen or freshman?

Answer 1

If you are referring to the entire class, you'd write/say "the freshman class this year" or "the freshman class of 2019" (meaning they'll graduate in 2019).

If you are referring to a group of individuals, but not the class as a whole, then you'd write/say, "The freshmen are behaving strangely" -- or some such.

Answer 2

Thank you. I am saying "In a freshman class of 3500 students....."

Answer 3

Yes, that's right.

Answer 4

:)

Have a nice day.

Answer 5

Thanks! You, too!!