Plural of
cable
cables
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Cable

5Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
3Consonants
CStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Cables

6Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
CStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "cable"

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 cable" should be "Two cables."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is cable regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with cables?

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

Is cables the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of cable

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

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

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