Plural of
decrease
decreases
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Decrease

8Letters
2Syllables
4Vowels
4Consonants
DStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Decreases

9Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
5Consonants
DStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "decrease"

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 decrease" should be "Two decreases."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is decrease regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with decreases?

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

Is decreases the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of decrease

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

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

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