Plural of
commence
commences
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Commence

8Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
CStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Commences

9Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
6Consonants
CStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "commence"

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 commence" should be "Two commences."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is commence regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with commences?

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

Is commences the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of commence

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

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

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