Plural of
query
queries
Regular -ies Conversion
📄 Regular form · -ies Conversion

Singular Form Query

5Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
3Consonants
QStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Queries

7Letters
2Syllables
4Vowels
3Consonants
QStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "query"

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 query regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with queries?

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

Is queries the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of query

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

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

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