Plural of
inequality
inequalities
Regular -ies Conversion
📄 Regular form · -ies Conversion

Singular Form Inequality

10Letters
5Syllables
5Vowels
5Consonants
IStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Inequalities

12Letters
5Syllables
7Vowels
5Consonants
IStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "inequality"

Nouns ending in a consonant followed by -y change the -y to -ies in the plural form.

Grammar Tips

  • Change -y to -ies when a consonant precedes it.

Common Mistakes

  • Do not simply add -s. Change -y to -ies.
Frequently Asked Questions

Is inequality regular or irregular?

Inequality is regular. It follows the -ies Conversion rule.

What verb pairs with inequalities?

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

Is inequalities the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of inequality

The word inequality follows the standard English pluralization rule. When forming the plural, inequality becomes inequalities. This follows the -ies Conversion pattern, which is one of the most common plural rules in English.

Understanding why inequality becomes inequalities helps with spelling and pronunciation. Nouns ending in a consonant followed by -y change the -y to -ies in the plural form.

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