Plural of
partly
partlies
Regular -ies Conversion
📄 Regular form · -ies Conversion

Singular Form Partly

6Letters
2Syllables
1Vowels
5Consonants
PStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Partlies

8Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
PStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "partly"

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 partly regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with partlies?

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

Is partlies the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of partly

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

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

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