Plural of
residue
residues
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Residue

7Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
3Consonants
RStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Residues

8Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
4Consonants
RStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "residue"

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 residue" should be "Two residues."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is residue regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with residues?

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

Is residues the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of residue

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

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

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