Plural of
pilfer
pilfers
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Pilfer

6Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
PStarts
REnds

Plural Form Pilfers

7Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
5Consonants
PStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "pilfer"

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 pilfer" should be "Two pilfers."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is pilfer regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with pilfers?

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

Is pilfers the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of pilfer

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

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

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