Plural of
eligible
eligibles
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Eligible

8Letters
4Syllables
4Vowels
4Consonants
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Plural Form Eligibles

9Letters
4Syllables
4Vowels
5Consonants
EStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "eligible"

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 eligible" should be "Two eligibles."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is eligible regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with eligibles?

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

Is eligibles the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of eligible

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

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

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