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English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
1

Hi,

which one is correct?

Two heirs is one too many!
Two heirs are one too many!

Claudia

2

The second one is correct. It’s subject that dictates the form of the verb following it.

3

Thank you, Atomos

Claudia

4

Hi Claudia,

Just to add something - there is a popular expression that bears out the plural use: Two heads are better than one.

Alan

5

Hi Alan,

ah, yes, I remember now. I’ll keep that in mind. Thank you.

Claudia

6

Hi Claudia,

Thanks for accepting that. On reflection after I’d written it, I thought it wasn’t a particularly apt comment. Still, there you are.

Alan