Question

What is the singular form of "deer"?

2023-04-19

This is what goPenpal answered

Sure, I'd be happy to explain. The singular of "deer" is also "deer." Unlike many other English nouns, "deer" is both singular and plural. So if you see just one deer in your backyard, you can say "look at that deer!", and if you see a group of them, you can say "look at those deer!"

This can be a bit confusing for non-native English speakers or those learning the language, because most nouns require an -s or -es suffix to indicate plurality. But as with many things in English, there are always exceptions to the rule, and "deer" is one of them.

It's worth noting that in certain dialects of English, particularly in rural areas, some speakers might use "deers" as the plural form of "deer," but this isn't considered standard English. So while you might hear "deers" used colloquially, the correct plural form is "deer."

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