Plural of
adequate
adequates
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Adequate

8Letters
3Syllables
5Vowels
3Consonants
AStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Adequates

9Letters
4Syllables
5Vowels
4Consonants
AStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "adequate"

This noun follows the standard English plural rule: simply add -s to the singular form.

Grammar Tips

  • Add -s to form the plural. Most common rule in English.

Common Mistakes

  • Do not forget the -s: "Two adequate" should be "Two adequates."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is adequate regular or irregular?

Adequate is regular. It follows the Standard -s rule.

What verb pairs with adequates?

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

Is adequates the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of adequate

The word adequate follows the standard English pluralization rule. When forming the plural, adequate becomes adequates. This follows the Standard -s pattern, which is one of the most common plural rules in English.

Understanding why adequate becomes adequates helps with spelling and pronunciation. This noun follows the standard English plural rule: simply add -s to the singular form.

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