Plural of
brother
brothers
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Brother

7Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
5Consonants
BStarts
REnds

Plural Form Brothers

8Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
6Consonants
BStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "brother"

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 brother" should be "Two brothers."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is brother regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with brothers?

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

Is brothers the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of brother

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

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

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