Plural of
imitate
imitates
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Imitate

7Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
3Consonants
IStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Imitates

8Letters
4Syllables
4Vowels
4Consonants
IStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "imitate"

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 imitate" should be "Two imitates."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is imitate regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with imitates?

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

Is imitates the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of imitate

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

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

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