Plural of
delegate
delegates
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Delegate

8Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
4Consonants
DStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Delegates

9Letters
4Syllables
4Vowels
5Consonants
DStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "delegate"

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 delegate" should be "Two delegates."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is delegate regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with delegates?

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

Is delegates the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of delegate

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

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

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