Plural of
ovary
ovaries
Regular -ies Conversion
📄 Regular form · -ies Conversion

Singular Form Ovary

5Letters
3Syllables
2Vowels
3Consonants
OStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Ovaries

7Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
3Consonants
OStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "ovary"

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 ovary regular or irregular?

Ovary is regular. It follows the -ies Conversion rule.

What verb pairs with ovaries?

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

Is ovaries the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of ovary

The word ovary follows the standard English pluralization rule. When forming the plural, ovary becomes ovaries. This follows the -ies Conversion pattern, which is one of the most common plural rules in English.

Understanding why ovary becomes ovaries helps with spelling and pronunciation. Nouns ending in a consonant followed by -y change the -y to -ies in the plural form.

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