Plural of
govern
governs
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Govern

6Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
GStarts
NEnds

Plural Form Governs

7Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
5Consonants
GStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "govern"

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 govern" should be "Two governs."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is govern regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with governs?

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

Is governs the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of govern

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

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

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