Plural of
prior
priors
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Prior

5Letters
1Syllables
2Vowels
3Consonants
PStarts
REnds

Plural Form Priors

6Letters
1Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
PStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "prior"

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 prior" should be "Two priors."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is prior regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with priors?

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

Is priors the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of prior

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

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

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