Cool MateMeaning of Hours
A unit of time equal to 60 minutes.
In simple words: A period of time equal to 60 minutes.
Hours in a sentence
- There are twenty-four hours in a day.
- I spent five hours studying for the exam.
- After a few hours, the rain stopped.
- The meeting lasted for several hours.
- Open hours for the store are from 9 AM to 5 PM.
How to use Hours
Use 'hours' to measure time in a general sense. Avoid using in very formal contexts; prefer 'hours' with numerical values for clarity.
Grammar pattern
countable + plural
Memory hint
Think of 'hours' as 'how many' minutes are in a day.
Related words
Collocations with Hours
- work hours
- open hours
- study hours
- consulting hours
- extra hours
Opposites of Hours
- moments
- seconds
- instants
Common mistakes with Hours
- Confused with 'hour' vs 'hours' (singular vs plural).
- Using 'hours' incorrectly with uncountable nouns.
- Omitting the word 'hours' when discussing time durations.
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A word used to talk about the person or people you are speaking to.
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Frequently asked questions about "Hours"
What does "Hours" mean?
A period of time equal to 60 minutes.
What is the definition of "Hours"?
A unit of time equal to 60 minutes.
How do you use "Hours" in a sentence?
There are twenty-four hours in a day.
Can you give another example of "Hours"?
I spent five hours studying for the exam.
What are synonyms for "Hours"?
Common alternatives include time, period, duration.
What is the opposite of "Hours"?
Opposite meanings include moments, seconds, instants.
What words go with "Hours"?
It commonly pairs with work hours, open hours, study hours, consulting hours, extra hours.
What are common mistakes when using "Hours"?
Confused with 'hour' vs 'hours' (singular vs plural). Using 'hours' incorrectly with uncountable nouns. Omitting the word 'hours' when discussing time durations.
How do you pronounce "Hours"?
US: //aʊərz//, UK: //aʊəz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use "Hours"?
Use 'hours' to measure time in a general sense. Avoid using in very formal contexts; prefer 'hours' with numerical values for clarity.