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What is the Plural of “Wallaby”?

Learn the singular and plural noun forms, the rule behind the plural, and examples that show the form in context.

Singularwallaby→Pluralwallabies
Rule: regularIPA: /ˈwɒləbi/

Singular and Plural Form of Wallaby

Wallaby is the singular noun form. Wallabies is the plural form.

Dictionary meaning: A smaller version of the kangaroo native to Australia, with similar hopping movement.

Why is the Plural of Wallaby “wallabies”?

The Regular Plural Rule for Wallaby

When a word ends in consonant + y, change the y to -ies. Example: wallaby → wallabies

Plural pattern: regular.

How to Remember the Plural of Wallaby

Just add -s to “wallaby” to make “wallabies”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.

A common slip-up: /wəˈlæbi/ or /wɑːˈləbi/ (wrong stress or vowel)..

Singular vs Plural Examples with Wallaby

See wallaby and wallabies used in real sentences side by side.

Singular: wallaby

  • The wallaby is smaller than a kangaroo. A2
  • The wallaby's smaller size makes it more agile in dense forests. B2

Plural: wallabies

  • We saw a group of wallabies in the wildlife park. B1

How to Pronounce Wallaby and Wallabies

/ˈwɒləbi/ Stress on first syllable. Say WOL-uh-bee.

Other Words With the Same Plural Pattern as Wallaby

These nouns follow the same regular rule. Click any word to see its plural page.

Origin and Etymology of Wallaby

From Eora walabi, Aboriginal Australian language of Sydney area.

Cultural note: Wallabies are found only in Australia and nearby regions and are popular zoo animals.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Wallaby

What is the plural of “wallaby”?

The plural of “wallaby” is “wallabies”.

Is “wallabies” regular or irregular?

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

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