Many English nouns end in 'f' or 'fe'. These words often follow a specific pattern when forming their plural, changing the 'f' or 'fe' to 'ves'. This is a characteristic of irregular plural nouns.
Common Nouns Ending in 'F' or 'Fe'
Here are some examples of nouns that end in 'f' or 'fe' in their singular form and how they typically change to form their plural:
| Singular Ending in -f or -fe | Plural Ending in -ves |
|---|---|
| knife | knives |
| life | lives |
| wife | wives |
| calf | calves |
This pattern is a common feature of English grammar, highlighting words that do not simply add an '-s' or '-es' to become plural. Understanding these irregular forms is key to proper usage.
