Plural of
hour
hours
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Hour

4Letters
1Syllables
2Vowels
2Consonants
HStarts
REnds

Plural Form Hours

5Letters
1Syllables
2Vowels
3Consonants
HStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "hour"

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 hour" should be "Two hours."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is hour regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with hours?

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

Is hours the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of hour

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

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

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