cyclopes
The plural of "cyclops" is cyclopes. cyclopses is also used.
Meaning: a one-eyed giant from Greek myths (noun)
Ways to say it
| Plural |
|---|
| cyclopes |
| cyclopses |
cyclopes is an irregular plural. It does not follow the usual -s rule.
Which one should you use?
In Greek myths the plural is Cyclopes, said sy-KLOH-peez. cyclopses is a newer English plural, and cyclops is sometimes left unchanged.
How does it change in a sentence?
Use a plural verb with cyclopes: the cyclopes are. The possessive plural adds only an apostrophe: cyclopes'.
How do you pronounce it?
cyclops is pronounced /ˈsaɪˌklɑps/.
Did you know?
- Plurals like mice, geese and feet change their vowel instead of adding an ending. Linguists call this mutation, and it goes back to early Germanic.
Examples in context
- The hero met three cyclopes on the island.Singular: The hero met one cyclops on the island.
- The cyclopes built the city walls.Singular: The cyclops built the city walls.
