Cool MateMeaning of Years
A unit of time equal to 365 days.
In simple words: How many times the Earth goes around the sun.
Years in a sentence
- She lived in that house for five __.
- He has worked here for many __.
- The project lasted over three __.
How to use Years
Used to indicate age, time periods, or durations. A more formal context may require specifying a unit, e.g., 'years of experience'.
Grammar pattern
years + noun
Memory hint
Think of 'years' as a calendar flipping, marking each trip around the sun.
Related words
Collocations with Years
- birth years
- academic years
- fiscal years
- golden years
Synonyms for Years
- annual cycle
- twenty-four months
- calendar year
- time span
Opposites of Years
- months
- days
Common mistakes with Years
- Confused with 'year' vs 'years' (singular/plural misuse).
- Incorrectly using 'years' in phrases that require a singular form.
- Omitting the unit when discussing duration (e.g., saying 'in 5' instead of 'in 5 years').
Years appears in
Years in other languages
More words like Years
- Greatest
the best or most important
- BeA1
To exist or live.
- IA1
The word used by a person to talk about themselves.
- OfA1
shows a relationship between things, often to indicate belonging or connection.
- TheA1
A word that shows a specific thing is being talked about.
- YouA1
A word used to talk about the person or people you are speaking to.
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Frequently asked questions about "Years"
What does "Years" mean?
How many times the Earth goes around the sun.
What is the definition of "Years"?
A unit of time equal to 365 days.
How do you use "Years" in a sentence?
She lived in that house for five __.
Can you give another example of "Years"?
He has worked here for many __.
What are synonyms for "Years"?
Common alternatives include annual cycle, twenty-four months, calendar year, time span.
What is the opposite of "Years"?
Opposite meanings include months, days.
What words go with "Years"?
It commonly pairs with birth years, academic years, fiscal years, golden years.
What are common mistakes when using "Years"?
Confused with 'year' vs 'years' (singular/plural misuse). Incorrectly using 'years' in phrases that require a singular form. Omitting the unit when discussing duration (e.g., saying 'in 5' instead of 'in 5 years').
How do you pronounce "Years"?
US: //jɪrz//, UK: //jɪəz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use "Years"?
Used to indicate age, time periods, or durations. A more formal context may require specifying a unit, e.g., 'years of experience'.