Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Like”?
This page treats the word as a noun when it has a countable noun use.
Singular and Plural Form of Like
Like is the singular noun form. Likes is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: To think that someone or something is nice or good; to enjoy something.
Why is the Plural of Like “likes”?
The Regular Plural Rule for Like
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: like → likes
How to Remember the Plural of Like
Just add -s to “like” to make “likes”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.
A common slip-up: Sometimes pronounced /lɪk/ with short vowel; correct pronunciation is /laɪk/ with long vowel..
Singular vs Plural Examples with Like
See like and likes used in real sentences side by side.
- I like pizza for lunch. A1
- Do you like playing basketball? A1
- She likes reading books in the library every afternoon. A2
Common Plural Mistakes with Like
Wrong: She don't like swimming.
Correct: She doesn't like swimming.
Third person singular 'she' needs 'does', not 'do'. Use 'doesn't'.
How to Pronounce Like and Likes
One syllable: /laɪk/. The vowel sound is long, rhyming with 'bike' or 'hike'.
Origin and Etymology of Like
From Old English 'licgan' meaning to please or to suit.
Cultural note: Most common verb in English for expressing preference. Core to socializing and personal opinions.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Like
What is the plural of “like”?
The plural of “like” is “likes”.
Is “likes” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.