Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Earth”?
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 Earth
Earth is the singular noun form. Earths is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: The world we live on, or the soil and dirt.
Why is the Plural of Earth “earths”?
The Regular Plural Rule for Earth
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: earth → earths
Plural pattern: uncountable.
How to Remember the Plural of Earth
Just add -s to “earth” to make “earths”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.
Singular vs Plural Examples with Earth
See earth and earths used in real sentences side by side.
- Earth is the third planet from the sun. A1
- We planted seeds in the rich earth. A2
- The earthquake shook the earth violently. B1
Common Plural Mistakes with Earth
Wrong: The earths in this region are very fertile.
Correct: The earth in this region is very fertile.
When 'earth' means soil, it is uncountable; use singular verb and no plural.
How to Pronounce Earth and Earths
Pronounced like 'irth' with the vowel /ɜː/ from 'bird'; the 'th' is unvoiced.
Other Words With the Same Plural Pattern as Earth
These nouns follow the same uncountable rule. Click any word to see its plural page.
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Enjoyable activities or the pleasure and laughter you get from them.
The warmth or high temperature produced by fire, the sun, or other…
Water that has frozen solid because of cold temperature.
Facts and details about something that help you understand or know about…
The word you use to talk about yourself when you receive an…
Animal flesh that people eat for protein.
A white drink from cows, goats, or other animals; people drink it…
Origin and Etymology of Earth
Old English eorthe meaning ground or soil.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Earth
What is the plural of “earth”?
The plural of “earth” is “earths”.
Is “earths” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.