Plural of
smell
smells
Regular Standard -s
📄 Regular form · Standard -s

Singular Form Smell

5Letters
1Syllables
1Vowels
4Consonants
SStarts
LEnds

Plural Form Smells

6Letters
1Syllables
1Vowels
5Consonants
SStarts
SEnds

How to Form the Plural of "smell"

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 smell" should be "Two smells."
Frequently Asked Questions

Is smell regular or irregular?

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

What verb pairs with smells?

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

Is smells the same in all dialects?

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

About the plural form of smell

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

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

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