Plural of
respire
respires
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Respire

7Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
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Plural Form Respires

8Letters
3Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
RStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "respire"

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 respire" should be "Two respires."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is respire regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with respires?

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

Is respires the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of respire

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

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

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