Plural of
lying
lyings
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Lying

5Letters
1Syllables
1Vowels
4Consonants
LStarts
GEnds

Plural Form Lyings

6Letters
1Syllables
1Vowels
5Consonants
LStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "lying"

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 lying" should be "Two lyings."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is lying regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with lyings?

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

Is lyings the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of lying

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

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

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