Plural of
adult
adults
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Adult

5Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
3Consonants
AStarts
TEnds

Plural Form Adults

6Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
AStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "adult"

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 adult" should be "Two adults."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is adult regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with adults?

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

Is adults the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of adult

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

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

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