Plural of
nobody
nobodies
Regular -ies Conversion
📄 Regular form · -ies Conversion

Singular Form Nobody

6Letters
3Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
NStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Nobodies

8Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
4Consonants
NStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "nobody"

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 nobody regular or irregular?

Nobody is regular. It follows the -ies Conversion rule.

What verb pairs with nobodies?

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

Is nobodies the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of nobody

The word nobody follows the standard English pluralization rule. When forming the plural, nobody becomes nobodies. This follows the -ies Conversion pattern, which is one of the most common plural rules in English.

Understanding why nobody becomes nobodies helps with spelling and pronunciation. Nouns ending in a consonant followed by -y change the -y to -ies in the plural form.

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