Plurals

__Plural Rules__
The plurals of most **nouns** are formed by adding //s.// For example, computer = computers and umbrella = umbrellas. The plurals of nouns ending in **sh, ch, x, s,** and **z** are made by ending //es.// For example, bash = bashes, bunch = bunches, fox = foxes, dress = dresses, and buzz = buzzes. The plurals of most words ending in **o** are formed by adding //s.// For example, patio = patios and rodeo = rodeos. The plurals of most **nouns** ending in **o** are formed by adding //es.// For example, echo = echoes and hero = heroes. The plurals of nouns that end in **ful** are formed by adding an //s// at the end of the word. For example, boatfull = boatfulls. The plurals of nouns that end in f or fe are formed in one of two ways. 1. If the final f is still heard on the plural form of the word, simply add s. For example, goof = goofs, chef = chefs, and safe = safes. 2. If the final f has the sound of v in the plural form, change the f to v and add es. For example, leaf = leaves, loaf = loaves, and knife = knives. The plurals of compound nouns are usually formed by adding s or es to the important word in the compound. For example, maids of honor and Secretaries of State. Some nouns form a plural by taking on an irregular spelling. For example, child = children, goose = geese, and mouse = mice.