Plural of
delete
deletes
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Delete

6Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
3Consonants
DStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Deletes

7Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
DStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "delete"

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 delete" should be "Two deletes."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is delete regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with deletes?

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

Is deletes the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of delete

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

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

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