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UK//ən ˈaʊə//US//ən ˈaʊər//

Meaning of An hour

A period of time equal to 60 minutes.

In simple words: A period of 60 minutes.

An hour in a sentence

  • The meeting lasted for an hour.
  • You need to wait for an hour before eating.
  • Let's meet in an hour at the cafe.
  • She studied for an hour yesterday evening.
  • An hour is often not enough time to relax.

How to use An hour

Used in both spoken and written English. Appropriate in everyday contexts, but might be avoided in more formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'an hour' as a full cycle on a clock.

Related words

Collocations with An hour

  • for an hour
  • in an hour
  • wait an hour

Synonyms for An hour

Common mistakes with An hour

  • Incorrectly using 'an hour' when specifying a different time frame.
  • Confusing 'an hour' with 'hours' for plural situations.
  • Saying 'a hour' instead of 'an hour' due to pronunciation.

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Frequently asked questions about An hour

What does An hour mean?

A period of 60 minutes.

What is the definition of An hour?

A period of time equal to 60 minutes.

How do you use An hour in a sentence?

The meeting lasted for an hour.

Can you give another example of An hour?

You need to wait for an hour before eating.

What are synonyms for An hour?

Common alternatives include sixty minutes, time period, duration, interval, segment.

What words go with An hour?

It commonly pairs with for an hour, in an hour, wait an hour.

What are common mistakes when using An hour?

Incorrectly using 'an hour' when specifying a different time frame. Confusing 'an hour' with 'hours' for plural situations. Saying 'a hour' instead of 'an hour' due to pronunciation.

How do you pronounce An hour?

US: //ən ˈaʊər//, UK: //ən ˈaʊə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use An hour?

Used in both spoken and written English. Appropriate in everyday contexts, but might be avoided in more formal writing.