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Mistakes in plural: why it's never "one phenomena"
Lloyd Cooper 17/10/2024, 23:18English.me team member
What kind of error is it?
It is a grammatical and usage error involving incorrect use of singular and plural forms.
Why do people make this mistake?
People often get confused because "phenomena" sounds singular due to its "-a" ending, which is less common for plural forms in English. Additionally, the word "phenomena" is used frequently in speech and writing, leading people to mistakenly use it as a singular noun.
What is correct?
The correct singular form of "phenomena" is "phenomenon". "Phenomena" is the plural form.
Examples of correct usage
- This natural phenomenon is fascinating.
- Several natural phenomena were observed during the eclipse.
- Quantum entanglement is an intriguing phenomenon.
- Scientists study various phenomena to understand the universe.
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