Plural of
eternity
eternities
Regular -ies Conversion
📄 Regular form · -ies Conversion

Singular Form Eternity

8Letters
4Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
EStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Eternities

10Letters
4Syllables
5Vowels
5Consonants
EStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "eternity"

Nouns ending in a consonant followed by -y change the -y to -ies in the plural form.

Grammar Tips

  • Change -y to -ies when a consonant precedes it.

Common Mistakes

  • Do not simply add -s. Change -y to -ies.
Frequently Asked Questions

Is eternity regular or irregular?

Eternity is regular. It follows the -ies Conversion rule.

What verb pairs with eternities?

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

Is eternities the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of eternity

The word eternity follows the standard English pluralization rule. When forming the plural, eternity becomes eternities. This follows the -ies Conversion pattern, which is one of the most common plural rules in English.

Understanding why eternity becomes eternities helps with spelling and pronunciation. Nouns ending in a consonant followed by -y change the -y to -ies in the plural form.

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