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"following is" vs "followings are"

Both phrases are not correct as they are not commonly used in English. The correct form to use is 'the following is' when referring to a singular item or 'the following are' when referring to multiple items.

Last Updated: March 28, 2024

following is

This phrase is not correct. The correct form is 'the following is' when referring to a singular item.

Use 'the following is' when introducing a singular item or idea.

Alternatives:

  • the following is

followings are

This phrase is not correct. The correct form is 'the following are' when referring to multiple items.

Use 'the following are' when introducing multiple items or ideas.

Alternatives:

  • the following are

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