Plural of
remain
remains
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Remain

6Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
3Consonants
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Plural Form Remains

7Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
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How to Form the Plural of "remain"

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 remain" should be "Two remains."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is remain regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with remains?

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

Is remains the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of remain

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

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

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