Plural of
keep
keeps
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Keep

4Letters
1Syllables
2Vowels
2Consonants
KStarts
PEnds

Plural Form Keeps

5Letters
1Syllables
2Vowels
3Consonants
KStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "keep"

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 keep" should be "Two keeps."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is keep regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with keeps?

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

Is keeps the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of keep

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

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

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