Plural of
nephew
nephews
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Nephew

6Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
NStarts
WEnds

Plural Form Nephews

7Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
5Consonants
NStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "nephew"

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 nephew" should be "Two nephews."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is nephew regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with nephews?

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

Is nephews the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of nephew

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

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

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