Plural of
but
buts
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form But

3Letters
1Syllables
1Vowels
2Consonants
BStarts
TEnds

Plural Form Buts

4Letters
1Syllables
1Vowels
3Consonants
BStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "but"

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 but" should be "Two buts."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is but regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with buts?

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

Is buts the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of but

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

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

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