Plural of
prostate
prostates
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Prostate

8Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
PStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Prostates

9Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
6Consonants
PStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "prostate"

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 prostate" should be "Two prostates."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is prostate regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with prostates?

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

Is prostates the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of prostate

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

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

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