Anytime you’re writing or speaking and you find yourself stuck between “containes” and “contains,” just remember the singular “s” rule. Choose “contains” to keep your English clear and correct.
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Definition of contain verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
“Contains” and “contain” are both verbs that describe the act of holding or including something within a larger entity. The main difference lies in their tenses. “Contains” is the third-person singular form of the verb, while “contain” is the base form that can be used with all other subjects.
to hold or be capable of holding or including within a fixed limit or area: this contains five pints to keep (one's feelings, behaviour, etc) within bounds; restrain
1. to hold or be capable of holding or including within a fixed limit or area: this contains five pints.