Plural of
slowly
slowlies
Regular -ies Conversion
📄 Regular form · -ies Conversion

Singular Form Slowly

6Letters
2Syllables
1Vowels
5Consonants
SStarts
YEnds

Plural Form Slowlies

8Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
SStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "slowly"

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 slowly regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with slowlies?

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

Is slowlies the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of slowly

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

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

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