Spelling Word List: -es plurals

Study the word list: -es plurals
Study
Learn using Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check: -es plurals
Learn
Spelling Games: -es plurals
Games
Listen and Spell test: -es plurals
Test
Printable worksheets and activities: -es plurals
Print
Handwriting worksheets: -es plurals
Write

Study the Word List: -es plurals

Explore this spelling list: -es plurals. Our page is packed with activities, games, and resources to help you succeed. Have you tried our spelling games and printable spelling lists yet?

About This Spelling List: -es plurals

Understanding how nouns change when moving from singular to plural form is a fundamental aspect of English grammar. Plurals indicate that there is more than one of a noun.

When a word ends in ch, s, sh, x, or z, you can turn it into a plural by adding the letters -es.

For example:

arch becomes two arches

one dress becomes two dresses

one brush becomes two brushes

one box becomes two boxes

one waltz becomes two waltzes

While this rule may seem confusing at first, our spelling activities will have you confidently forming plurals in no time. Saying each word aloud will help you embed its spelling into your memory.

arches The church had beautiful arches.
churches Some churches use incense in their rites.
latches Since the break in, we have added two more latches to our door.
stitches Mark needed seven stitches in his arm.
biases The case was infamous for the biases of several members of the jury.
dresses Spotted dresses look fabulous in the summer.
grasses We have several different grasses growing in the garden.
trespasses The farmer reported three trespasses in one week.
brushes The stable girl used three different brushes to groom her horse.
clashes We heard three cymbal clashes.
crashes There were three crashes this morning because of the ice.
washes We put on several washes to get through the laundry pile.
boxes I have lots of empty boxes.
foxes There are many foxes in my garden.
influxes Various cities have reported large influxes of tourists.
taxes The Romans made everyone pay their taxes.
waltzes Cinderella and the Prince danced eight waltzes at the ball.

Spelling Activities & Games: -es plurals

'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' spelling exercise for -es plurals Spelling Practice: -es plurals

Master spelling with targeted practice sessions designed for this word list.

Look
arches
Say
Cover
Write
Check
robot arm look
robot arm look
robot radar
robot spelling

Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check

How to use:

Look and read the word.

Say the word. Click the speaker icon.

Cover the word.

Write the word.

Check your spelling.

arches
churches
latches
stitches
biases
dresses
grasses
trespasses
brushes
clashes
crashes
washes
boxes
foxes
influxes
taxes
waltzes

English spelling games Spelling Games: -es plurals

Play interactive games to practice these words in a fun way.

Spring spelling gameSpringtime Spelling
Spring into spelling!

Easter spelling gameEaster Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!

Word search Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Print version

Against the clock Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.

Mayan Temple spelling gameMayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.

Monkey Business spelling gameMonkey Business
It's bananas!

More games

Spelling test: -es plurals Take a Spelling Test: -es plurals

Check your spelling accuracy with this test.

Worksheets and activities Printable Activities: -es plurals

Use printable worksheets to reinforce spelling skills.

More worksheets and activities

Handwriting worksheets: -es plurals Handwriting Practice: -es plurals

Develop your spelling skills by writing out these words.


Log in or try Spellzone for FREE

Access to ALL spelling resources!

free trial robot

No obligation - No pre-payment - No risk

Free Trial
Single Users | Familes | Schools

This word list was created by Spellzone. View more Spellzone course lists or curriculum word lists.

X
Please turn your screen to landscape to play this game.
X
Spellzone list  

Spelling games

Try Spellzone for free


Share this list

"This is a fantastic opportunity for our students!  I'm sure Spellzone will be invaluable in helping them to improve their spellings and therefore improve the quality of their writing in all subject areas!"

Teacher, High School, UK