Plural of
general
generals
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form General

7Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
GStarts
LEnds

Plural Form Generals

8Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
GStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "general"

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 general" should be "Two generals."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is general regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with generals?

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

Is generals the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of general

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

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

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