Plural of
defile
defiles
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Defile

6Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
3Consonants
DStarts
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Plural Form Defiles

7Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
DStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "defile"

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 defile" should be "Two defiles."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is defile regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with defiles?

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

Is defiles the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of defile

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

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

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