Plural of
applause
applauses
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Applause

8Letters
2Syllables
4Vowels
4Consonants
AStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Applauses

9Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
5Consonants
AStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "applause"

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 applause" should be "Two applauses."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is applause regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with applauses?

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

Is applauses the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of applause

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

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

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