Plural of
delay
delays
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Delay

5Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
3Consonants
DStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Delays

6Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
DStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "delay"

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 delay" should be "Two delays."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is delay regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with delays?

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

Is delays the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of delay

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

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

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