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what a pain? vs what a pains?

The correct phrase is "What a pain?". The word "pain" is used as a singular noun in this context. The plural form "pains" would not be appropriate in this expression.

Last updated: March 29, 2024 • 772 views

what a pain?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express frustration or annoyance about a situation or a person. It is an informal expression.

Examples:

  • What a pain! I have to work late again tonight.
  • What a pain it is to deal with all this paperwork.
  • What a pain it was to find parking in the city.
  • What a pain it is to wait in long lines.
  • What a pain it is to clean up after the party.

what a pains?

This phrase is incorrect. The plural form of "pain" is not used in this expression.

  • ~ What's not a pain?
  • Of what, a little pain?
  • ~ For me it's not a pain! ~ What's not a pain?
  • I'm sorry, am I a pain?
  • Why do you have to be such a pain?
  • Any palpitations, trouble breathing, chest pains?
  • How high is your threshold for pain?
  • How long have you chest pains?
  • How may the Chancellor ease your pain?
  • Is the quest for knowledge worth all this pain?
  • Angry because I'd cause you pain?
  • Have you talked to anyone about the pain?
  • Did you talk to anyone about the pain?
  • Have you ever tasted this bittersweet pain?
  • Have you forgotten the House of Pain?
  • Or worth giving them anything for the pain?
  • And that you're totally impervious to pain?
  • Be specific, what kind of pain?
  • Have you had any more sudden pain?
  • Even ifhe's having chest pains?

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