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Thousand

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

Meaning of Thousand

1 000

In simple words: a number that is 1,000

Thousand in a sentence

• There were thousands of people there.
• The cost ran into the thousands.
• He’s made another sale? He’s really batting a thousand!

How to use Thousand

Used to refer to the number itself or to indicate quantity; appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using in very casual conversations where simplicity is preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'thous' as 'thousand' — imagine counting money in hundreds until you reach a thousand.

Related words

Collocations with Thousand

• thousand dollars
• thousand people
• thousand times

Synonyms for Thousand

• kilo
• grand
• one thousand

Opposites of Thousand

• one
• zero
• few

Common mistakes with Thousand

• Confused with 'thousands' when referring to many units.
• Mispronunciation, often as 'thousend'.

Frequently asked questions about Thousand

What does Thousand mean?

a number that is 1,000

What is the definition of Thousand?

1 000

How do you use Thousand in a sentence?

There were thousands of people there.

Can you give another example of Thousand?

The cost ran into the thousands.

What are synonyms for Thousand?

Common alternatives include kilo, grand, one thousand.

What is the opposite of Thousand?

Opposite meanings include one, zero, few.

What words go with Thousand?

It commonly pairs with thousand dollars, thousand people, thousand times.

What are common mistakes when using Thousand?

Confused with 'thousands' when referring to many units. Mispronunciation, often as 'thousend'.

How do you pronounce Thousand?

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

When should I use Thousand?

Used to refer to the number itself or to indicate quantity; appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using in very casual conversations where simplicity is preferred.

What CEFR level is Thousand?

"Thousand" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.