Plural of
gives
giveses
Regular -es Addition
📄 Regular form · -es Addition

Singular Form Gives

5Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
3Consonants
GStarts
SEnds

Plural Form Giveses

7Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
GStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "gives"

Nouns ending in -s, -x, -z, -ch, or -sh add -es to form the plural. This makes the word easier to pronounce.

Grammar Tips

  • Add -es for words ending in -s, -x, -z, -ch, -sh.

Common Mistakes

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is gives regular or irregular?

    Gives is regular. It follows the -es Addition rule.

    What verb pairs with giveses?

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

    Is giveses the same in all dialects?

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

    About the plural form of gives

    The word gives follows the standard English pluralization rule. When forming the plural, gives becomes giveses. This follows the -es Addition pattern, which is one of the most common plural rules in English.

    Understanding why gives becomes giveses helps with spelling and pronunciation. Nouns ending in -s, -x, -z, -ch, or -sh add -es to form the plural. This makes the word easier to pronounce.

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