The difference between Plurale tantum and Singulare tantum

When used as nouns, plurale tantum means a noun (in any specific sense) that has no singular form, such as (in most usage), whereas singulare tantum means a noun (in any specific sense) that has no plural form and is only used with singular verbs. frequently for mass nouns.


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  1. Plurale tantum as a noun (grammar):

    A noun (in any specific sense) that has no singular form, such as (in most usage).

    Examples:

    "Roger wasn’t sure whether “jeans” was a true plurale tantum, since the word “jean” exists and describes a type of cloth."

  1. Singulare tantum as a noun (grammar):

    A noun (in any specific sense) that has no plural form and is only used with singular verbs. Frequently for mass nouns.