Plural of ethnos
irregular plural
The plural of ethnos is ethne or ethnoses.
Forms of ethnos
| Singular | ethnos /ˈɛθ.nɒs/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | ethne ethnoses |
| Countable | countable |
Meaning of ethnos
- noun An ethnic group, or a people who have a common national or cultural tradition.
Other irregular plurals
Questions about the plural of ethnos
- What is the plural of ethnos?
- The plural of ethnos is ethne or ethnoses.
- Which is correct, ethne or ethnoses?
- Both are used. ethne is the more common of the two in English writing.
- Is ethnos countable?
- Ethnos is a countable noun.
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