Plural of it?

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

Plural of 'it" is “they” for living things?
Like: It is a poisonous snake.(Singular)
They are poisonous snakes. (Plural)

But, What will be the plural of ‘it’ when it is used for non-living things?

Example : It is a box. (Singular)
Plural ???

Debasish.

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These are boxes :wink:

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Or, it could be, “They are boxes.”

It doesn’t matter whether you’re talking about living things or inanimate things. The plural of “it” is the same.