Plural of
explain
explains
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Explain

7Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
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NEnds

Plural Form Explains

8Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
EStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "explain"

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 explain" should be "Two explains."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is explain regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with explains?

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

Is explains the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of explain

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

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

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