Plural of
canon
cana
Regular Greek -a
📄 Regular form · Greek -a

Singular Form Canon

5Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
3Consonants
CStarts
NEnds

Plural Form Cana

4Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
2Consonants
CStarts
AEnds

How to Form the Plural of "canon"

Greek-derived nouns ending in -on change to -a in the plural form.

Grammar Tips

  • Follow the Greek -a rule for pluralization.

Common Mistakes

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is canon regular or irregular?

    Canon is regular. It follows the Greek -a rule.

    What verb pairs with cana?

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

    Is cana the same in all dialects?

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

    About the plural form of canon

    The word canon follows the standard English pluralization rule. When forming the plural, canon becomes cana. This follows the Greek -a pattern, which is one of the most common plural rules in English.

    Understanding why canon becomes cana helps with spelling and pronunciation. Greek-derived nouns ending in -on change to -a in the plural form.

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