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"My friends are" vs "My friends is"

The correct phrase is 'my friends are.' 'Friends' is a plural noun, so it should be paired with the plural verb 'are.' 'My friends is' is incorrect because it uses a singular verb with a plural subject.

Last Updated: March 21, 2024

My friends are

Correct. 'Friends' is a plural noun, so it should be paired with the plural verb 'are.'

Use 'my friends are' when referring to a group of friends. This phrase is commonly used in English.

Examples:

  • My friends are coming over tonight.
  • My friends are very supportive.
  • I love when my friends are happy.
  • My friends are from different countries.
  • My friends are like family to me.

Alternatives:

  • my friends are coming
  • my friends are going
  • my friends are here
  • my friends are waiting
  • my friends are helping

My friends is

Incorrect. 'Friends' is a plural noun, so it should be paired with the plural verb 'are.' Using 'is' with 'friends' is grammatically incorrect.

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