To find the plural form of each noun, we look at how the word ends and apply the correct grammar rule.
a)
chair: Most words just add an "s".
- Answer: chairs
b)
frame: Ends in "e", so we just add an "s".
- Answer: frames
c)
leaf: Words ending in "f" often change the "f" to "v" and add "es".
- Answer: leaves
d)
stove: Ends in "e", so we just add an "s".
- Answer: stoves
e)
lunch: Words ending in "ch" need "es" added to the end.
- Answer: lunches
f)
butterfly: Words ending in a consonant + "y" change the "y" to "i" and add "es".
- Answer: butterflies
g)
fairy: Same rule as butterfly (consonant + "y"). Change "y" to "i" and add "es".
- Answer: fairies
h)
potato: Words ending in "o" often add "es".
- Answer: potatoes
i)
box: Words ending in "x" need "es" added to the end.
- Answer: boxes
j)
knife: Words ending in "fe" change the "fe" to "ves".
- Answer: knives
Final Answer:
a) chairs
b) frames
c) leaves
d) stoves
e) lunches
f) butterflies
g) fairies
h) potatoes
i) boxes
j) knives
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of plural worksheet 2nd grade.
