Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Now”?
This page treats the word as a noun when it has a countable noun use.
Singular and Plural Form of Now
Now is the singular noun form. Nows is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: At this moment or the present time; not in the past or future.
Why is the Plural of Now “nows”?
The Regular Plural Rule for Now
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: now → nows
How to Remember the Plural of Now
Just add -s to “now” to make “nows”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.
Singular vs Plural Examples with Now
See now and nows used in real sentences side by side.
- I am busy now, but I can help you later. A1
- Right now she is preparing for her final exams. A2
- The market conditions now require more strategic planning from investors. B2
How to Pronounce Now and Nows
Rhymes with 'how', 'cow'. The /aʊ/ diphthong sounds like 'ow' in 'now'.
Origin and Etymology of Now
From Old English 'nu', from Proto-Germanic 'nu'; related to German 'nun'.
Cultural note: Most common adverb in English for indicating present time. Used in phrases like 'right now', 'for now', and 'now and then'.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Now
What is the plural of “now”?
The plural of “now” is “nows”.
Is “nows” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.