Plural of
sustain
sustains
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Sustain

7Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
SStarts
NEnds

Plural Form Sustains

8Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
5Consonants
SStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "sustain"

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 sustain" should be "Two sustains."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is sustain regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with sustains?

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

Is sustains the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of sustain

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

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

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