Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Specimen”?
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 Specimen
Specimen is the singular noun form. Specimens is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: A single example or small amount of something collected for study or to show what a type is like.
Why is the Plural of Specimen “specimens”?
The Regular Plural Rule for Specimen
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: specimen → specimens
Plural pattern: regular.
How to Remember the Plural of Specimen
Just add -s to “specimen” to make “specimens”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.
Singular vs Plural Examples with Specimen
See specimen and specimens used in real sentences side by side.
- The scientist collected a soil specimen from the forest floor. A2
- The museum displays a fossilized specimen of a dinosaur bone. B1
- Researchers analyzed blood specimens to identify the infection source. B2
Common Plural Mistakes with Specimen
Wrong: The scientists studied the specimen's to find the cause.
Correct: The scientists studied the specimens to find the cause.
No apostrophe for regular noun plurals
Wrong: We collected specimen from the river.
Correct: We collected specimens from the river.
Use plural form when referring to more than one
How to Pronounce Specimen and Specimens
Three syllables: SPES-ih-men. Stress on first syllable.
Other Words With the Same Plural Pattern as Specimen
These nouns follow the same regular rule. Click any word to see its plural page.
A response or behavior that happens because of something someone does or…
Someone who reads or enjoys reading books and written material.
An official rule made by government or organization that people must follow.
A connection between things or people; family members or how people know…
Something that helps you succeed or do better than others at something.
A thrilling journey or experience with something unexpected or risky happening.
How old someone is or how long something has been around, measured…
What you say or write when someone asks you a question, or…
Origin and Etymology of Specimen
From Latin specimen (example, proof), from specere (to look at, observe).
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Specimen
What is the plural of “specimen”?
The plural of “specimen” is “specimens”.
Is “specimens” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.