Plural of
leave
leaves
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Leave

5Letters
1Syllables
3Vowels
2Consonants
LStarts
EEnds

Plural Form Leaves

6Letters
2Syllables
3Vowels
3Consonants
LStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "leave"

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 leave" should be "Two leaves."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is leave regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with leaves?

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

Is leaves the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of leave

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

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

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