When a word ends in a consonant plus y?

When a word ends in a consonant plus y?

The basic rule is, for any word that ends in a consonant plus “-y,” change the “y” to “i” if adding a suffix or forming a plural.

What is a consonant Y?

Typically, y represents a consonant when it starts off a word or syllable, as in yard, lawyer, or beyond. Technically, this sound of \\y\\ is considered a semivowel or glide, which is a less prominent vowel speech sound that occurs in the articulation of two consecutive vowel sounds unequal in prominence.

What is the rule for dropping the Y and adding ies?

"Drop the y and add ies" The Rule: If a word ends in y with a consonant before it (fly), you drop the y and add -ies to make it plural. If the y has a vowel before it (boys), then you just add the s.