Plural of
actually
actuallies
Regular -ies Conversion
📄 Regular form · -ies Conversion

Singular Form Actually

8Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
AStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Actuallies

10Letters
3Syllables
5Vowels
5Consonants
AStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "actually"

Nouns ending in a consonant followed by -y change the -y to -ies in the plural form.

Grammar Tips

  • Change -y to -ies when a consonant precedes it.

Common Mistakes

  • Do not simply add -s. Change -y to -ies.
Frequently Asked Questions

Is actually regular or irregular?

Actually is regular. It follows the -ies Conversion rule.

What verb pairs with actuallies?

Use plural verbs: "The actuallies are ready" (not "is ready").

Is actuallies the same in all dialects?

Yes. The plural actuallies is standard across all English variants.

About the plural form of actually

The word actually follows the standard English pluralization rule. When forming the plural, actually becomes actuallies. This follows the -ies Conversion pattern, which is one of the most common plural rules in English.

Understanding why actually becomes actuallies helps with spelling and pronunciation. Nouns ending in a consonant followed by -y change the -y to -ies in the plural form.

When using actuallies in writing, remember that it functions as a plural noun in sentences. It pairs with plural verbs and pronouns. For example: "The actuallies are ready" (not "is ready"). This subject-verb agreement is essential for grammatical correctness.