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Century

🇬🇧 UK //ˈsɛnʧəri// 🇺🇸 US //ˈsɛnʧəri//

Meaning of Century

A period of one hundred years.

In simple words: A period of 100 years.

Century in a sentence

• The 21st century started in the year 2001.
• Many great inventions were made in the 19th century.
• The 18th century was known for its significant cultural changes.
• He wrote a book about the history of the last century.
• The century we are living in is full of technology.

How to use Century

Use 'century' when discussing historical periods or time. Avoid using it in casual contexts unrelated to time.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of 'cent' meaning 100, like a century is 100 years.

Related words

Collocations with Century

• 21st century
• mid-century
• turn of the century

Synonyms for Century

• hundred years
• age
• era

Opposites of Century

• moment
• instant

Common mistakes with Century

• Confused with 'decade', which means 10 years.
• Using 'centuries' incorrectly as a singular noun.

Frequently asked questions about Century

What does Century mean?

A period of 100 years.

What is the definition of Century?

A period of one hundred years.

How do you use Century in a sentence?

The 21st century started in the year 2001.

Can you give another example of Century?

Many great inventions were made in the 19th century.

What are synonyms for Century?

Common alternatives include hundred years, age, era.

What is the opposite of Century?

Opposite meanings include moment, instant.

What words go with Century?

It commonly pairs with 21st century, mid-century, turn of the century.

What are common mistakes when using Century?

Confused with 'decade', which means 10 years. Using 'centuries' incorrectly as a singular noun.

How do you pronounce Century?

US: //ˈsɛnʧəri//, UK: //ˈsɛnʧəri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Century?

Use 'century' when discussing historical periods or time. Avoid using it in casual contexts unrelated to time.

What CEFR level is Century?

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