Plural of
ought
oughts
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Ought

5Letters
1Syllables
2Vowels
3Consonants
OStarts
TEnds

Plural Form Oughts

6Letters
1Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
OStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "ought"

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 ought" should be "Two oughts."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is ought regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with oughts?

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

Is oughts the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of ought

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

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

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