Plural of
clavicle
clavicles
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Clavicle

8Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
CStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Clavicles

9Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
6Consonants
CStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "clavicle"

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 clavicle" should be "Two clavicles."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is clavicle regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with clavicles?

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

Is clavicles the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of clavicle

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

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

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