Plural of
forebear
forebears
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Forebear

8Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
4Consonants
FStarts
REnds

Plural Form Forebears

9Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
5Consonants
FStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "forebear"

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 forebear" should be "Two forebears."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is forebear regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with forebears?

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

Is forebears the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of forebear

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

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

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