Plural of
tongue
tongues
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Tongue

6Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
3Consonants
TStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Tongues

7Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
4Consonants
TStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "tongue"

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 tongue" should be "Two tongues."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is tongue regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with tongues?

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

Is tongues the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of tongue

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

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

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