Benches or Benchs

Learn the correct plural form of "Bench" and avoid "Benchs".

Benchs

Incorrect spelling - "Benchs is incorrect; English plurals require -es for words ending in ch."

"Benchs" is a common misspelling of "Benches". Always use "Benches" when referring to the correct word.

Benches

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

"Benches is the correct plural form of bench."

Definition of Benches

"Benches": "Benches is the correct plural form of bench."

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Benches

  • seats
  • pews
  • stools

Usage Examples

"Correct:" There are several benches in the park.

"Correct:" The students sat on the benches.

"Correct:" We repaired the old benches.

"Correct:" New benches were installed by the lake.

"Incorrect:" There are several benchs in the park.

"Incorrect:" The students sat on the benchs.

"Incorrect:" We repaired the old benchs.

"Incorrect:" New benchs were installed by the lake.

Notes:

  • Words ending with 'ch' form plurals with -es.
  • Benchs is a common error.
  • Check plural rules for ch, sh, s endings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct plural of bench?

A: Benches.

Q: Can Benchs be used?

A: No, always Benches.

Q: How to remember?

A: Add -es for words ending in ch.

Summary

"Benches" is correct; "Benchs" is always wrong. Plural rule: ch → -es.