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What is the Plural of “Similar”?

This page treats the word as a noun when it has a countable noun use.

SingularsimilarPluralsimilars
Rule: regularIPA: /ˈsɪmələr/

Singular and Plural Form of Similar

Similar is the singular noun form. Similars is the plural form.

Dictionary meaning: Almost the same but not exactly identical; alike in some ways.

Why is the Plural of Similar “similars”?

The Regular Plural Rule for Similar

Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: similar → similars

How to Remember the Plural of Similar

Just add -s to “similar” to make “similars”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.

Singular vs Plural Examples with Similar

See similar and similars used in real sentences side by side.

  • These two paintings are very similar in style. A2
  • My brother and I look similar. A2
  • Similar patterns emerged in the data. B2

How to Pronounce Similar and Similars

Stress first syllable "SIM"; final syllable is "ler" like in "dollar".

Origin and Etymology of Similar

From Latin similis meaning like or resembling.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Similar

What is the plural of “similar”?

The plural of “similar” is “similars”.

Is “similars” regular or irregular?

This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.

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