Plural of
sister-in-law
sister-in-laws
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Sister-in-law

13Letters
4Syllables
4Vowels
9Consonants
SStarts
WEnds

Plural Form Sister-in-laws

14Letters
4Syllables
4Vowels
10Consonants
SStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "sister-in-law"

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 sister-in-law" should be "Two sister-in-laws."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is sister-in-law regular or irregular?

Sister-in-law is regular. It follows the Standard -s rule.

What verb pairs with sister-in-laws?

Use plural verbs: "The sister-in-laws are ready" (not "is ready").

Is sister-in-laws the same in all dialects?

Yes. The plural sister-in-laws is standard across all English variants.

About the plural form of sister-in-law

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

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

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