Plural of
defence
defences
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Defence

7Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
DStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Defences

8Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
DStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "defence"

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 defence" should be "Two defences."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is defence regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with defences?

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

Is defences the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of defence

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

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

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