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Plural Form of Words

Description:

The plural form of words refers to the grammatical form used to indicate more than one of a particular word. In English, nouns, pronouns, verbs, and certain other parts of speech can have different rules and patterns for forming their plural forms. Understanding and correctly using the plural forms of words is essential in written and spoken communication.

Senses and Usages:

1. Nouns:

Nouns are typically made plural by adding an "s" or "es" depending on the word's ending. For example, the word "cat" becomes "cats," while "box" becomes "boxes."

2. Pronouns:

Pronouns, which are words that replace nouns, also have their own plural forms. For instance, the singular pronoun "he" becomes "they" in its plural form.

3. Verbs:

Just as nouns and pronouns, verbs can also have plural forms. Verbs that match plural subjects in sentences, like "they play" or "we run," involve a change in their ending or structure.

Sample Sentences:

• "The cats are meowing outside the window."
• "They are going to the park to play."
• "We often visit our grandparents during the holidays."

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