Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Recommend”?
This page treats the word as a noun when it has a countable noun use.
Singular and Plural Form of Recommend
Recommend is the singular noun form. Recommends is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: To tell someone about something you think is good and suggest they should try or use it.
Why is the Plural of Recommend “recommends”?
The Regular Plural Rule for Recommend
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: recommend → recommends
How to Remember the Plural of Recommend
Just add -s to “recommend” to make “recommends”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.
A common slip-up: Sometimes /rɛkəˈmɛnd/ with equal stress on all syllables; correct stress is on final MEND..
Singular vs Plural Examples with Recommend
See recommend and recommends used in real sentences side by side.
- I recommend this restaurant to all my friends. A2
- The doctor recommended regular exercise and a healthy diet. B1
- Recent studies recommend reducing sugar intake to prevent health issues. B2
Common Plural Mistakes with Recommend
Wrong: She recommends him going to the doctor.
Correct: She recommends that he go to the doctor.
Use subjunctive 'that he go' or gerund 'him going' is less formal; 'that clause' is standard.
How to Pronounce Recommend and Recommends
Three syllables: rec-uh-MEND. Stress on third syllable MEND, with schwa /ə/ in second syllable.
Origin and Etymology of Recommend
From Latin 're-' (again) + 'commendare' (to entrust). Literally 'to commend again or back'.
Cultural note: Essential in commerce, tourism, and social life; recommendations shape consumer behavior and choices.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Recommend
What is the plural of “recommend”?
The plural of “recommend” is “recommends”.
Is “recommends” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.