Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Depression”?
Learn the singular and plural noun forms, the rule behind the plural, and examples that show the form in context.
Singular and Plural Form of Depression
Depression is the singular noun form. Depressions is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: A serious mental illness where a person feels very sad and loses interest in things they usually enjoy.
Why is the Plural of Depression “depressions”?
The Regular Plural Rule for Depression
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: depression → depressions
Plural pattern: regular.
How to Remember the Plural of Depression
Just add -s to “depression” to make “depressions”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.
A common slip-up: Often mispronounced with initial stress /ˈdɛprɛʃən/ instead of second-syllable stress..
Singular vs Plural Examples with Depression
See depression and depressions used in real sentences side by side.
- After losing his job, he struggled with depression for several months. B2
- Clinical depression affects how a person thinks, feels, and functions daily. B2
- Talking to a therapist helped her manage her depression. B2
How to Pronounce Depression and Depressions
Stress the second syllable (pres). The final syllable has a schwa-like sound before the /n/.
Other Words With the Same Plural Pattern as Depression
These nouns follow the same regular rule. Click any word to see its plural page.
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Someone who reads or enjoys reading books and written material.
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Something that helps you succeed or do better than others at something.
A thrilling journey or experience with something unexpected or risky happening.
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What you say or write when someone asks you a question, or…
Origin and Etymology of Depression
From Latin deprimere (to press down), with -ion suffix.
Cultural note: Depression is recognized as a medical condition requiring professional treatment; it is not simply feeling sad.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Depression
What is the plural of “depression”?
The plural of “depression” is “depressions”.
Is “depressions” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.