Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Crisis”?
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 Crisis
Crisis is the singular noun form. Crises is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: A very serious, dangerous situation that needs quick action right away.
Why is the Plural of Crisis “crises”?
The Irregular Plural Rule for Crisis
This noun has an irregular plural form that does not follow standard English pluralization rules.
Plural pattern: irregular.
How to Remember the Plural of Crisis
“crisis” → “crises” is an irregular plural — there is no rule, so memorise the pair as a whole. Try writing it in 3 sentences today.
A common slip-up: Some pronounce with stress on second syllable (cry-SIS) incorrectly..
Singular vs Plural Examples with Crisis
See crisis and crises used in real sentences side by side.
- The country faced a financial crisis in 2008. B1
- During the emergency, doctors worked to manage the medical crisis. B1
- The leadership team responded quickly to the workplace crisis. B1
Common Plural Mistakes with Crisis
Wrong: The crises is serious.
Correct: The crises are serious.
Plural 'crises' takes plural verb 'are', not singular 'is'.
How to Pronounce Crisis and Crises
Two syllables: CRY-sis. Stress first syllable. Long /aɪ/ sound in first part.
Other Words With the Same Plural Pattern as Crisis
These nouns follow the same irregular rule. Click any word to see its plural page.
A young boy or girl who is not yet an adult.
the two parts at the bottom of your legs that touch the…
A tiny insect that lives around food and moves very fast.
One of two equal parts that make up something complete.
A grown-up male person. A man is an adult male, not a…
The ability to remember things from the past, or the thought you…
One human; a single individual.
Money that a person earns from their job, paid regularly by their…
Origin and Etymology of Crisis
From Greek 'krisis' meaning decision, turning point, or moment of change.
Cultural note: Modern English uses 'crisis' for any urgent problem: financial crisis, health crisis.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Crisis
What is the plural of “crisis”?
The plural of “crisis” is “crises”.
Is “crises” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as irregular based on the available plural data.