TED-Ed: A brief history of plural words - John McWhorter

The video explores the complexities of English plurals, highlighting irregular forms like 'men' and 'geese'. It delves into Old English, where nouns had gender and plurals were more complex. The influence of Vikings simplified English, leading to the more regular plural forms we use today.

What was the state of the English language about a thousand years ago?

Explain the significance of gender in Old English nouns.

What are some examples of words in English that have irregular plurals?

What are some examples of how plurals were formed in Old English?

How did the Vikings influence the English language?