Plural of rostrum
irregular plural
The plural of rostrum is rostra or rostrums.
Forms of rostrum
| Singular | rostrum /ˈɹɒstɹəm/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | rostra rostrums |
| Countable | countable |
Meaning of rostrum
- noun A dais, pulpit, or similar platform for a speaker, conductor, or other performer.
- noun A platform for a film or television camera.
- noun The projecting prow of a rowed warship, such as a trireme.
Nouns ending in -um: plural -a
- minimum (minima)
- medium (media)
- maximum (maxima)
- spectrum (spectra)
- curriculum (curricula)
- referendum (referenda)
- millennium (millennia)
- consortium (consortia)
- podium (podia)
- aquarium (aquaria)
- optimum (optima)
- gymnasium (gymnasia)
Questions about the plural of rostrum
- What is the plural of rostrum?
- The plural of rostrum is rostra or rostrums.
- Which is correct, rostra or rostrums?
- Both are used. rostra is the more common of the two in English writing.
- Is rostrum countable?
- Rostrum is a countable noun.
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