Boxes or Boxs
Learn the correct plural spelling “Boxes” and why “Boxs” is incorrect.
Boxs
Incorrect spelling - “Boxs” is an incorrect plural formed by ignoring pluralization rules.
"Boxs" is a common misspelling of "Boxes". Always use "Boxes" when referring to the correct word.
Boxes
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Boxes” is the plural form of “box.”
Definition of Boxes
"Boxes": “Boxes” is the plural form of “box.”
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Boxes
- • containers
- • cartons
- • cases
Usage Examples
"Correct:" She packed the items in boxes.
"Correct:" We moved ten boxes.
"Correct:" All boxes are labeled.
"Correct:" He arranged the boxes neatly.
"Incorrect:" She packed items in boxs.
"Incorrect:" We moved ten boxs.
"Incorrect:" All boxs are labeled.
"Incorrect:" He arranged the boxs.
Notes:
- • Add -es to words ending in x.
- • Never write boxs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct plural?
A: Boxes.
Q: Why not boxs?
A: Words ending in -x take -es.
Q: Meaning?
A: More than one box.
Q: Trick?
A: X always needs ES in plural (tax → taxes).
Summary
“Boxes” is correct; “boxs” breaks English plural rules.