Nouns ending in a consonant followed by -y change the -y to -ies in the plural form.
Specify is regular. It follows the -ies Conversion rule.
Use plural verbs: "The specifies are ready" (not "is ready").
Yes. The plural specifies is standard across all English variants.
The word specify follows the standard English pluralization rule. When forming the plural, specify becomes specifies. This follows the -ies Conversion pattern, which is one of the most common plural rules in English.
Understanding why specify becomes specifies helps with spelling and pronunciation. Nouns ending in a consonant followed by -y change the -y to -ies in the plural form.
When using specifies in writing, remember that it functions as a plural noun in sentences. It pairs with plural verbs and pronouns. For example: "The specifies are ready" (not "is ready"). This subject-verb agreement is essential for grammatical correctness.