Plural of
satisfy
satisfies
Regular -ies Conversion
📄 Regular form · -ies Conversion

Singular Form Satisfy

7Letters
3Syllables
2Vowels
5Consonants
SStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Satisfies

9Letters
3Syllables
4Vowels
5Consonants
SStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "satisfy"

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 satisfy regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with satisfies?

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

Is satisfies the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of satisfy

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

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

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