Question

Does a S (plural) behind the word dozens mean it’s now 24 instead of 12?

Answer 1

No, adding an "s" to "dozen" to make it "dozens" does not change the quantity to 24. The term "dozen" refers specifically to 12 items. When we say "dozens," we typically mean multiple groups of 12, so it would imply 12 or more (specifically multiples of 12). For example, "three dozens" would equal 36 (3 x 12). Therefore, "dozens" indicates at least 24 when referring to two dozens, but the "s" itself doesn't change the basic number from 12 to 24.