Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Bird”?
Learn the singular and plural noun forms, the rule behind the plural, and examples that show the form in context.
Singular and Plural Form of Bird
Bird is the singular noun form. Birds is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: A living creature with feathers, wings, and a beak that can fly.
Why is the Plural of Bird “birds”?
The Regular Plural Rule for Bird
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: bird → birds
Plural pattern: regular.
How to Remember the Plural of Bird
Just add -s to “bird” to make “birds”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.
A common slip-up: Many learners confuse the vowel with 'berd' using short /ɛ/ instead of long /ɜː/..
Singular vs Plural Examples with Bird
See bird and birds used in real sentences side by side.
- I saw a beautiful blue bird in the garden this morning. A1
- Birds migrate to warmer places when winter arrives. A2
- The spotted woodpecker is a common bird in European forests. B1
Common Plural Mistakes with Bird
Wrong: I like to watch birds flying in the sky in the afternoon.
Correct: I like to watch birds flying in the sky.
The phrase 'in the afternoon' is redundant; the sentence already implies daytime observation.
How to Pronounce Bird and Birds
Stress is on the single syllable. The vowel sound is long /ɜː/, not short. The final 'd' sound is present but soft.
Other Words With the Same Plural Pattern as Bird
These nouns follow the same regular rule. Click any word to see its plural page.
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Origin and Etymology of Bird
From Old English brid (chick), origin unknown but related to brood.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Bird
What is the plural of “bird”?
The plural of “bird” is “birds”.
Is “birds” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.