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The letters -es are used to form the plural for nouns ending in -s, -z, -ch, -sh, and -x.

Examples:

  • boss, bosses
  • waltz, waltzes
  • match, matches
  • dish, dishes
  • box, boxes
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If word ends with th do you add s or es?

It depends on the word. Most words ending in "th" simply add an "s" to form the plural (e.g., "mouths"), while a few words add "es" (e.g., "baths"). It's best to consult a dictionary if you are unsure about a specific word.


How do you make the word wash plural?

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Do you add -s or -es to desk?

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What is a word that goes with the rule change f or fe to v and add es?

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Could you add es or any suffix to the word salmon?

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Do you add 'es to fox to make it singular possessive?

'es is not used to make the word fox into a singular possessive noun, rather you should add 's to fox to do so. If you add the suffix -es to fox, it would then make the word plural, and if you add a ' to the end of foxes, it would make the word possessive. fox = singular noun fox's = singular possessive noun foxes = plural noun foxes' = plural possessive noun


Do you add es to all-star to make it plural?

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What is the plural form of the word alias?

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