Thingsen

Thingsen is a relatively uncommon plural form of the word "thing," often used to denote a collection or variety of objects, entities, or abstract concepts. While "things" is the standard and generally preferred plural, "thingsen" carries a somewhat archaic or dialectal connotation. Its usage can also imply a sense of quaintness or deliberate informality. It may be encountered in older literature or in specific regional dialects, though its prevalence in contemporary English is limited.

The etymology of "thingsen" reflects an older pattern of pluralization in English, similar to words like "children" or "brethren." This pattern, involving the addition of "-en" to form the plural, is no longer productive in modern English. As such, the continued use of "thingsen" is often seen as a conscious choice to evoke a particular tone or to reference historical language forms. In specific contexts, it might also function as a nonce word, coined for stylistic effect.