Cool MateMeaning of Decades
A period of ten years.
Decades in a sentence
- The fashion trends have changed significantly over the decades.
- This building has been standing for three decades.
- Many technological advancements have occurred in the last few decades.
- Decades of research finally led to a breakthrough.
- She has lived in that city for two decades.
How to use Decades
Generally used in both spoken and written English. Appropriate in discussions about history, trends, or personal experiences. Less formal in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'deck' as in ten years stacked like a deck of cards.
Related words
Collocations with Decades
- over several decades
- for decades
- in recent decades
Synonyms for Decades
- ten years
- decennium
- ten-year period
Common mistakes with Decades
- Confused with 'decimate', which means to destroy or ruin.
- Using 'decades' to describe something less than ten years.
- Inappropriately using 'decades' without specifying the context.
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More words like Decades
- It is what it is
A phrase used to express acceptance of a situation without trying to change it.
- I know what this is
A phrase expressing certainty about the identity or nature of something.
- Have you seen this
A question asking someone if they have previously looked at or noticed something.
- I've seen one before
To indicate familiarity with something previously encountered.
- It belonged to a man
Indicates possession, signifying that something is owned by a male person.
- RadicalC1
Relating to the fundamental nature or extreme measures of change.
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Frequently asked questions about Decades
What does Decades mean?
A period of ten years.
How do you use Decades in a sentence?
The fashion trends have changed significantly over the decades.
Can you give another example of Decades?
This building has been standing for three decades.
What are synonyms for Decades?
Common alternatives include ten years, decennium, ten-year period.
What words go with Decades?
It commonly pairs with over several decades, for decades, in recent decades.
What are common mistakes when using Decades?
Confused with 'decimate', which means to destroy or ruin. Using 'decades' to describe something less than ten years. Inappropriately using 'decades' without specifying the context.
How do you pronounce Decades?
US: //ˈdɛkeɪdz//, UK: //ˈdɛkeɪdz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Decades?
Generally used in both spoken and written English. Appropriate in discussions about history, trends, or personal experiences. Less formal in casual conversations.