Plural of “Crisis” (Grammar + Examples)

What is the plural of the word “crisis?” When I want to show possession of the word, where do I add an apostrophe? Or does an apostrophe get added at all? Showing ownership, possession, and plural forms of some words can get confusing.

For example, words ending in -s, -ch, -sh, -x, or -z often receive a -es as part of their affix to make them into plural possessive nouns or the plural form of the base word. Let’s learn how to turn a proper noun into a possessive noun.

What is the plural of “crises?”

The plural form of the word “crises” is “crises.”

Sentence examples of the plural of “crisis”

• She called me because she was in a multiple day crises.
• There was a few crises at the office that I had to take care of.
• We are a team of people that help others through their crises.

Sentence examples of the singular noun form of “crisis”

• I had a crisis the other day when my tire was flat.
• I was in a crisis at the shopping mall.
• There was a crisis with my younger daughter, which is why I had to step away.
• We were in a family crisis the other day.
• The world was in a financial crisis.
• I’m having a midlife crisis.

How do I refer to more than one crisis?

When referring to more than one crisis, the noun “crisis” turns into “crises.” Note the “e” in the word rather than an “i.” The plural crises often refers to more than one dangerous situation or event in a person’s life that is causing discomfort.

The word “crisis” is frequently used in political discussions, financial, and environmental affairs, and climate change conversations.

“Crisis” comes from the Greek root “krisis,” meaning “decision.”

Understanding plural nouns (grammar rules)

Here are the simple grammar rules to follow when learning how to convert words to their plural form:

Words that end in -es

Any word that ends in -s will get a -es added as the affix to convert the word into the plural form. For example, “bus” turns into “buses.”

Words that end in -f or -fe

A word that ends in -f or -fe will have the “f” letter turn to a “v” and add a -es affix. For example, “leaf” and “leaves.”

Words that end in vowel + o

Words that end in a vowel + o, like “zoo,” receive a -s affix. For example, “radio” turns into “radios.”

Words that end in vowel + y

A word that end in a vowel + y, like “city,” gets the “y” letter removed and adds a -ies affix. For example, “baby” turns into “babies.”