How to Say “Torpedo” in Plural

By Joe Shaun • Updated October 6, 2026

torpedoes

The plural of "torpedo" is torpedoes.

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

Meaning: an underwater missile (noun)

How does it change in a sentence?

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

How do you pronounce it?

torpedo is pronounced /ˌtɔː(ɹ)ˈpiː.dəʊ/. 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 submarine fired two torpedoes.
Singular: The submarine fired a torpedo.
The torpedoes missed the ship.
Singular: The torpedo missed the ship.

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Joe Shaun

Hi, I'm Joe. A guy who loves words almost as much as he loves his beach trips and avocado breakfast bowls. With an insatiable interest in linguistics and languages, my writing revolves around revealing the intricacies of plural forms, showcasing both formal and informal dialogues. On weekends you'll usually find me exploring a dinosaur museum or hiking along a cliff. I still find time, however, to sip on my week-old green tea, exploring the beauty possible with words like 'cemetery', 'unicorn', or even 'community'. Just remember, there are always fascinating ways to 'diverticulum' your language skills. Multilingual pun intended!

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