Plural of
defuse
defuses
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Defuse

6Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
3Consonants
DStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Defuses

7Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
DStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "defuse"

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 defuse" should be "Two defuses."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is defuse regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with defuses?

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

Is defuses the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of defuse

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

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

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