Plural of
sensitivity
sensitivities
Regular -ies Conversion
📄 Regular form · -ies Conversion

Singular Form Sensitivity

11Letters
5Syllables
4Vowels
7Consonants
SStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Sensitivities

13Letters
5Syllables
6Vowels
7Consonants
SStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "sensitivity"

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 sensitivity regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with sensitivities?

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

Is sensitivities the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of sensitivity

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

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

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