Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Path”?
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 Path
Path is the singular noun form. Paths is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: A narrow way where people can walk, or the direction something moves.
Why is the Plural of Path “paths”?
The Regular Plural Rule for Path
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: path → paths
Plural pattern: regular.
How to Remember the Plural of Path
Just add -s to “path” to make “paths”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.
Singular vs Plural Examples with Path
See path and paths used in real sentences side by side.
- The path leads through the forest. A1
- We walked along the garden path. A2
- His career path was unconventional but successful. B1
Common Plural Mistakes with Path
Wrong: The path are narrow.
Correct: The path is narrow.
Path is singular; subject-verb agreement requires 'is'.
Wrong: Follow the paths to school.
Correct: Follow the path to school.
Use singular 'path' in common direction contexts.
How to Pronounce Path and Paths
One syllable: /pæθ/. Rhymes with 'bath'.
Other Words With the Same Plural Pattern as Path
These nouns follow the same regular rule. Click any word to see its plural page.
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Origin and Etymology of Path
From Old English paeth, road or track.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Path
What is the plural of “path”?
The plural of “path” is “paths”.
Is “paths” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.