Plural of
pertain
pertains
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Pertain

7Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
PStarts
NEnds

Plural Form Pertains

8Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
PStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "pertain"

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 pertain" should be "Two pertains."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is pertain regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with pertains?

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

Is pertains the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of pertain

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

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

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