Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Relation”?
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 Relation
Relation is the singular noun form. Relations is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: A connection between things or people; family members or how people know each other.
Why is the Plural of Relation “relations”?
The Regular Plural Rule for Relation
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: relation → relations
Plural pattern: regular.
How to Remember the Plural of Relation
Just add -s to “relation” to make “relations”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.
Singular vs Plural Examples with Relation
See relation and relations used in real sentences side by side.
- There is a close relation between exercise and good health. B1
- The relation between the two countries improved after the trade agreement. B1
- My distant relation is visiting us next week, so we're planning a family dinner. A2
Common Plural Mistakes with Relation
Wrong: The relation between stress and illness are well documented.
Correct: The relation between stress and illness is well documented.
The singular noun 'relation' takes singular verb 'is', not 'are'.
Wrong: She has many relations at her workplace.
Correct: She has many colleagues at her workplace.
Use 'colleagues' not 'relations' in workplace context. 'Relations' means family members or political/business connections.
Other Words With the Same Plural Pattern as Relation
These nouns follow the same regular rule. Click any word to see its plural page.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Relation
What is the plural of “relation”?
The plural of “relation” is “relations”.
Is “relations” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.