Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Difference”?
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 Difference
Difference is the singular noun form. Differences is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: What makes things not the same. When two things are not alike.
Why is the Plural of Difference “differences”?
The Regular Plural Rule for Difference
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: difference → differences
Plural pattern: regular.
How to Remember the Plural of Difference
Just add -s to “difference” to make “differences”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.
A common slip-up: Common to stress the second syllable: dif-FER-ence. Keep stress on first..
Singular vs Plural Examples with Difference
See difference and differences used in real sentences side by side.
- There's a big difference between the two cars. A2
- I noticed small differences in the house design. B1
- The main difference is the price and quality. B1
Common Plural Mistakes with Difference
Wrong: The difference between these books is very interesting.
Correct: The differences between these books are very interesting.
When plural (multiple differences), use plural verb 'are' not 'is'.
Wrong: What's the different between them?
Correct: What's the difference between them?
Use noun 'difference' not adjective 'different' after 'the'.
How to Pronounce Difference and Differences
Stress first syllable: DIF-fer-ence. The second vowel is schwa sound.
Other Words With the Same Plural Pattern as Difference
These nouns follow the same regular rule. Click any word to see its plural page.
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Origin and Etymology of Difference
From Latin differre: dis- (apart) + ferre (to carry).
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Difference
What is the plural of “difference”?
The plural of “difference” is “differences”.
Is “differences” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.