countries
The plural of "country" is countries.
When a noun ends in a consonant followed by y, the y changes to i and -es is added: countries.
Meaning: a nation with its own land and government (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
Use a plural verb with countries: the countries are. The possessive plural adds only an apostrophe: countries'.
How do you pronounce it?
country is pronounced /ˈkʌntɹi/. The plural ending sounds like /z/.
What mistakes should you avoid?
Change the y to i before adding -es: countries. The y stays only when a vowel comes before it, as in days.
Did you know?
- The y changes to ies only after a consonant. After a vowel the y stays: days, keys, boys.
Examples in context
- I have visited ten countries.Singular: I have visited one country.
- Both countries share a long border.Singular: One country shares a long border.
