Plural of sphinx
regular plural
The plural of sphinx is sphinxes or sphinges.
Forms of sphinx
| Singular | sphinx /ˈsfɪŋks/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | sphinxes sphinges /ˈsfɪnd͡ʒiːz/ |
| Countable | countable |
Sphinxes and sphinges in a sentence
- Constance said boastfully, ‘My sphinxes are strong and in good repair.1982, Lawrence Durrell, Constance (Avignon Quintet), Faber & Faber, published 2004, page 836
Meaning of sphinx
- noun A creature with the head of a person and the body of an animal, commonly a lion.
- noun A person who keeps their thoughts and intentions secret; an enigmatic or impassive person.
- noun A mandrill (Mandrillus sphinx), formerly classified as a baboon, and called sphinx baboon.
Questions about the plural of sphinx
- What is the plural of sphinx?
- The plural of sphinx is sphinxes or sphinges.
- Which is correct, sphinxes or sphinges?
- Both are used. sphinxes is the more common of the two in English writing.
- Is sphinx countable?
- Sphinx is a countable noun.
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