Many inconsistencies have come while differentiating between ‘diagnosis’ and ‘diagnoses’. Some people say that Diagnoses is the plural form of Diagnosis while some say that it’s Diagnose.

If you are also confused with these two words, we are here to help you understand the difference between Diagnosis and Diagnoses and will tell you the easiest way to remember it.

One thing I want to say is that no one is a master of the English language. Often people check an English dictionary to confirm the exact spelling or meaning of the word before using it in text. So, don’t feel bad if it is difficult for you to identify the plural of Diagnosis. Many words in the English language have their natural way to spell.

In this article, I will tell you how to pluralize Diagnosis or what is the plural form of Diagnosis and will help you to use this word in the right context.

Definition of Diagnosis-

Diagnosis is the procedure of recognizing the causes and solutions of the illness. Not only for health, it is also used as a diagnosis of a situation to find the cause of the problem and to find its solution. In some cases, it can be countable or uncountable. Therefore, the plural form of Diagnosis is “Diagnoses”.

Examples of Diagnosis-

She is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases.

The committee presented its diagnosis of the problem of education in urban areas.

Her doctor made the initial diagnosis of pneumonia.

Examples of Diagnoses-

She went for several diagnoses from different doctors until she found the best consultant.

The assembly went through many diagnoses to find the best solution.

Several diagnoses are taken on children below 3 years to make sure they are fit or not.

How is the plural of Diagnosis “Diagnoses”?

In the plural form of Diagnosis, the ‘i’ before the final ‘s’ is replaced by ‘e’ and is changed as ‘Diagnoses’ which is said to be the plural form of Diagnosis. This rule is similar for words like Crisis- Crises etc.

Conclusion

Diagnosis is a singular form and the word ‘Diagnoses’ is its plural form. You can use the word diagnosis when you are identifying the cause of the problem and seeking its solution whether it is in terms of illness or any situation. We have mentioned here both the meaning and use of the words ‘Diagnosis’ and ‘Diagnoses’.