How to Say “Hero” in Plural

By Hugh Zachary • Updated October 6, 2026

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The plural of "hero" is heroes.

Some nouns that end in o add -es to make the plural, and hero is one of them.

Meaning: a person admired for brave or good actions (noun)

How does it change in a sentence?

Use a plural verb with heroes: the heroes are. The possessive plural adds only an apostrophe: heroes'.

How do you pronounce it?

hero is pronounced /ˈhɪə.ɹəʊ/. The plural ending sounds like /z/.

Did you know?

At a school spelling bee in 1992, US Vice President Dan Quayle wrongly corrected a student's spelling of potato to potatoe. The plural potatoes has an e, but the singular does not.

Examples in context

The firefighters were real heroes.
Singular: The firefighter was a real hero.
Every story needs heroes.
Singular: Every story needs a hero.

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About The Author

Hugh Zachary

Hello, I'm Hugh! My eclectic interests range from studying the finer points of linguistics to cycling, sailing, and zoology. Fascinated by our rich English language, I have made educating others on its nuances my mission. My comprehensive guides on how to use various words in plural form, whether it's ‘aircraft’ or 'crocodile', are just an example! When I'm not crafting guides or studying plurals, you might find me cycling through my local park, sailing the open waters, or observing wildlife in their natural habitats.

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