Plural of
sorrow
sorrows
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Sorrow

6Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
4Consonants
SStarts
WEnds

Plural Form Sorrows

7Letters
2Syllables
2Vowels
5Consonants
SStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "sorrow"

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 sorrow" should be "Two sorrows."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is sorrow regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with sorrows?

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

Is sorrows the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of sorrow

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

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

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