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the participant vs the participants

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'The participant' is singular and refers to one person taking part in an activity or event. 'The participants' is plural and refers to multiple people taking part in an activity or event.

Last updated: March 28, 2024 • 2459 views

the participant

This phrase is correct when referring to a single person taking part in an activity or event.

Use 'the participant' when you are talking about one individual involved in an activity or event.

Examples:

  • The participant in the study showed significant improvement in their skills.

Alternatives:

  • the individual
  • the person involved
  • the single participant
  • the one taking part
  • the sole participant

the participants

This phrase is correct when referring to multiple people taking part in an activity or event.

Use 'the participants' when you are talking about more than one individual involved in an activity or event.

Examples:

  • The participants in the workshop came from different countries.

Alternatives:

  • the group involved
  • the people taking part
  • the multiple participants
  • those involved
  • the attendees

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