Plural of
probably
probablies
Regular -ies Conversion
📄 Regular form · -ies Conversion

Singular Form Probably

8Letters
3Syllables
2Vowels
6Consonants
PStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Probablies

10Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
6Consonants
PStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "probably"

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 probably regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with probablies?

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

Is probablies the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of probably

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

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

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