Plural of
breakdown
breakdowns
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Breakdown

9Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
6Consonants
BStarts
NEnds

Plural Form Breakdowns

10Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
7Consonants
BStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "breakdown"

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 breakdown" should be "Two breakdowns."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is breakdown regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with breakdowns?

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

Is breakdowns the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of breakdown

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

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

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