B2 10K+

Dozen

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈdʌzn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈdʌzn/"]/

Meaning of Dozen

a group of twelve of the same thing

In simple words: Twelve of something.

Dozen in a sentence

• I bought a dozen eggs from the market.
• The baker made a dozen pastries for the event.
• She has read a dozen books this summer.
• They won dozens of awards for their film.
• We invited a dozen friends to the party.

How to use Dozen

Used in everyday language to refer to a group of twelve items, often food or objects. Avoid using in formal writing where specific numbers are preferred.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'dozen' eggs in a carton, neatly organized.

Related words

Collocations with Dozen

• baker's dozen
• dozen eggs
• dozen roses

Synonyms for Dozen

• twelve
• 12
• group of twelve

Opposites of Dozen

• single
• one
• few

Common mistakes with Dozen

• Using 'dozen' with uncountable nouns.
• Confusing 'dozen' with 'dozens' for multiple groups.
• Incorrectly using a singular verb with 'dozen'.

Frequently asked questions about Dozen

What does Dozen mean?

Twelve of something.

What is the definition of Dozen?

a group of twelve of the same thing

How do you use Dozen in a sentence?

I bought a dozen eggs from the market.

Can you give another example of Dozen?

The baker made a dozen pastries for the event.

What are synonyms for Dozen?

Common alternatives include twelve, 12, group of twelve.

What is the opposite of Dozen?

Opposite meanings include single, one, few.

What words go with Dozen?

It commonly pairs with baker's dozen, dozen eggs, dozen roses.

What are common mistakes when using Dozen?

Using 'dozen' with uncountable nouns. Confusing 'dozen' with 'dozens' for multiple groups. Incorrectly using a singular verb with 'dozen'.

How do you pronounce Dozen?

US: /["/ˈdʌzn/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdʌzn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Dozen?

Used in everyday language to refer to a group of twelve items, often food or objects. Avoid using in formal writing where specific numbers are preferred.

What CEFR level is Dozen?

"Dozen" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.