English · Travel & Places
houses
/ˈhaʊzɪz/
[/ˈhaʊzɪz/]
plural of house
Beginnernoun
Definition
Houses is the plural of house, buildings where people live.
Example
New houses were built along the river.
New houses were built along the river.
Etymology
From Old English 'hūs'; in the plural the final sound softens to a 'z'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common when talking about homes and neighborhoods.