Plural of
detain
detains
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Detain

6Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
3Consonants
DStarts
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Plural Form Detains

7Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
DStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "detain"

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 detain" should be "Two detains."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is detain regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with detains?

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

Is detains the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of detain

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

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

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