Plural of
defect
defects
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Defect

6Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
DStarts
TEnds

Plural Form Defects

7Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
5Consonants
DStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "defect"

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 defect" should be "Two defects."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is defect regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with defects?

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

Is defects the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of defect

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

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

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