Dictionary-enhanced plural guide

What is the Plural of “Study”?

Learn the singular and plural noun forms, the rule behind the plural, and examples that show the form in context.

Singularstudy→Pluralstudies

Rule: regularIPA: /ˈstʌdi/

Singular and Plural Form of Study

Study is the singular noun form. Studies is the plural form.

Dictionary meaning: Learning about something carefully and thoroughly.

Why is the Plural of Study “studies”?

The Regular Plural Rule for Study

When a word ends in consonant + y, change the y to -ies. Example: study → studies

Plural pattern: regular.

How to Remember the Plural of Study

Just add -s to “study” to make “studies”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.

Singular vs Plural Examples with Study

See study and studies used in real sentences side by side.

Study is important for exams. A1
She began her study of chemistry. A2
The study showed surprising results. B1

Common Plural Mistakes with Study

Wrong: The studys show this result.

Correct: The studies show this result.

Consonant-y becomes -ies in plural.

How to Pronounce Study and Studies

Stress first syllable: STUD-y.

Other Words With the Same Plural Pattern as Study

These nouns follow the same regular rule. Click any word to see its plural page.

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reader → readers

Someone who reads or enjoys reading books and written material.

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An official rule made by government or organization that people must follow.

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advantage → advantages

Something that helps you succeed or do better than others at something.

adventure → adventures

A thrilling journey or experience with something unexpected or risky happening.

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How old someone is or how long something has been around, measured…

answer → answers

What you say or write when someone asks you a question, or…

Origin and Etymology of Study