goals
The plural of "goal" is goals.
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s, and goal follows this rule.
Meaning: a point scored in a game, or an aim (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
Use a plural verb with goals: the goals are. The possessive plural adds only an apostrophe: goals'.
How do you pronounce it?
goal is pronounced /ɡəʊl/. The plural ending sounds like /z/.
What mistakes should you avoid?
Do not use an apostrophe to make a plural. goals means more than one, while an apostrophe shows that something belongs to someone.
Did you know?
- Young children learning English often say mouses and foots. They are applying the -s rule to every noun, which shows they have learned the rule itself.
Examples in context
- He scored two goals.Singular: He scored one goal.
- Set clear goals for the year.Singular: Set a clear goal for the year.
