Plural of
locust
locusts
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Locust

6Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
LStarts
TEnds

Plural Form Locusts

7Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
5Consonants
LStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "locust"

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 locust" should be "Two locusts."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is locust regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with locusts?

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

Is locusts the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of locust

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

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

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