PLURAL FORMS OF NOUNS IN UZBEK AND ENGLISH

Abstract

This article examines the plural forms of nouns in Uzbek and English. The category of number plays an important role in the grammar of both languages, as it helps to express quantity and distinguish between singular and plural nouns. In the Uzbek language, plural nouns are mainly formed by adding the suffix “-lar.” In English, plural forms are generally created by adding the suffixes “-s” or “-es.” The study applies comparative and analytical methods to identify similarities and differences between the plural formation systems of the two languages. Examples from both languages are used to illustrate how plural forms function in practice. The results show that although both Uzbek and English use suffixes to express plurality, English also contains irregular plural forms, while Uzbek plural formation is more regular and predictable. Understanding these similarities and differences can help learners better understand the grammatical structure of both languages.