Which is correct:
"shoes are" or "shoes is"?

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shoes are

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use "shoes are" when referring to multiple shoes. The verb "are" agrees with the plural noun "shoes."

Examples:

  • These shoes are comfortable.
  • The shoes are on sale.
  • My shoes are black.
  • Those shoes are too small.
  • Her shoes are stylish.

shoes is

This phrase is incorrect in English. The singular form of the verb "is" does not match the plural noun "shoes."

The correct phrase is "shoes are." In English, we use the plural form of the verb "are" to match the plural noun "shoes." The singular form "shoes is" is incorrect.

Last updated: March 20, 2024

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