What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
plural
Example
The plural of 'book' is 'books'. [plural: noun]
Example
They use the plural pronoun 'they' to refer to themselves. [plural: pronoun]
Example
There are a plural number of options to choose from. [plural: adjective]
multiple
Example
She has multiple books on her bookshelf. [multiple: adjective]
Example
The company received multiple complaints about their product. [multiple: adjective]
Example
He bought multiple items at the store. [multiple: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Multiple is more commonly used than plural in everyday language. Multiple is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while plural is more specific to grammar and language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between plural and multiple?
Both plural and multiple are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
