Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Goose”?
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 Goose
Goose is the singular noun form. Geese is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: A bird that swims and lives near water, larger than a duck with a longer neck.
Why is the Plural of Goose “geese”?
The Irregular Plural Rule for Goose
This noun has an irregular plural form that does not follow standard English pluralization rules.
Plural pattern: irregular.
How to Remember the Plural of Goose
“goose” → “geese” is an irregular plural — there is no rule, so memorise the pair as a whole. Try writing it in 3 sentences today.
Singular vs Plural Examples with Goose
See goose and geese used in real sentences side by side.
Singular: goose
- We saw a wild goose flying overhead. A2
Plural: geese
- The farm raised geese for meat and eggs. B1
- A flock of geese migrated south for the winter. B1
How to Pronounce Goose and Geese
/ɡuːs/ rhymes with 'loose' and 'moose'
Other Words With the Same Plural Pattern as Goose
These nouns follow the same irregular rule. Click any word to see its plural page.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Goose
What is the plural of “goose”?
The plural of “goose” is “geese”.
Is “geese” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as irregular based on the available plural data.