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their countenances are vs their countenance are

The correct phrase is 'their countenances are.' 'Countenances' is the plural form of 'countenance,' so it should be used with the plural verb 'are.' 'Their countenance are' is incorrect because 'countenance' is singular and does not match with the plural verb 'are.'

Last updated: March 23, 2024

their countenances are

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'their countenances are' when referring to the facial expressions or appearances of a group of people.

Examples:

  • Their countenances are filled with joy.
  • I could read their countenances and knew they were lying.
  • The artist captured their countenances perfectly in the painting.
  • Their countenances are a reflection of their inner emotions.
  • Despite their efforts to hide it, their countenances revealed their true feelings.

Alternatives:

  • the countenances of the group are
  • the expressions on their faces are
  • their facial expressions are
  • their appearances are
  • the looks on their faces are

their countenance are

This phrase is incorrect in English. 'Countenance' is singular and should be paired with the singular verb 'is.'

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