Plural of enigma
regular plural
The plural of enigma is enigmas or enigmata.
Forms of enigma
| Singular | enigma /ɪˈnɪɡmə/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | enigmas enigmata /ˌɛnɪɡˈmɑːta/ |
| Countable | countable and uncountable |
Enigmas and enigmata in a sentence
- But as he came to know this work during his last months, he also came to a profound understanding of the many enigmas that create a deeply satisfying life.2007, Fernando Arrojo Ramos, Enigmas
- Hu is fond of enigmas, of conundrums, of hieroglyphics; exhibiting in hus solutions of each and all a degree of acumen which appears to the ordinary apprehension preternatural.2002 January 3, Bryan T. McMahon, quoting Sasha Newborn, “A terrible book”, in The Ponchatoula Times, page 7. From the entry hu
- And if you want my obiter dictum I should say the biggest thing in W.S. enigmas is waiting patiently there for some bright boy to come along and scoop it.1927, Ernest Bramah [pseudonym; Ernest Brammah Smith], Max Carrados Mysteries. From the entry obiter dictum
Meaning of enigma
- noun Something or someone puzzling, mysterious or inexplicable.
- noun A riddle, or a difficult problem.
- noun Riddles and puzzles, collectively.
Questions about the plural of enigma
- What is the plural of enigma?
- The plural of enigma is enigmas or enigmata.
- Which is correct, enigmas or enigmata?
- Both are used. enigmas is the more common of the two in English writing.
- Is enigma countable?
- Enigma is a countable and uncountable noun.
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