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UK/["/ˈhʌndrəd/"]/US/["/ˈhʌndrəd/"]/

Meaning of Hundred

In simple words: The number 100.

Hundred in a sentence

  • There are a hundred students in the school.
  • I need a hundred dollars to buy the new phone.
  • She has read a hundred books this year.
  • A hundred people attended the concert last night.
  • The recipe calls for a hundred grams of flour.

How to use Hundred

Used in everyday contexts, 'hundred' is appropriate for both spoken and written language. Avoid using it in overly formal writing unless specifying counts (e.g., financial reports).

Grammar pattern

number + standalone

Memory hint

Sounds like 'hun' and 'dred' – imagine 100 hungry people (hungry dozen) waiting at a bread store.

Related words

Collocations with Hundred

  • hundred percent
  • hundred times
  • a hundred years

Synonyms for Hundred

Opposites of Hundred

Common mistakes with Hundred

  • Confusing 'hundred' with 'hundreds' when referring to unspecified amounts.
  • Incorrectly spelling it as 'hundreth'.

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Frequently asked questions about Hundred

What does Hundred mean?

The number 100.

What is the definition of Hundred?

100

How do you use Hundred in a sentence?

There are a hundred students in the school.

Can you give another example of Hundred?

I need a hundred dollars to buy the new phone.

What are synonyms for Hundred?

Common alternatives include completely.

What is the opposite of Hundred?

Opposite meanings include zero, none, nothing.

What words go with Hundred?

It commonly pairs with hundred percent, hundred times, a hundred years.

What are common mistakes when using Hundred?

Confusing 'hundred' with 'hundreds' when referring to unspecified amounts. Incorrectly spelling it as 'hundreth'.

How do you pronounce Hundred?

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

When should I use Hundred?

Used in everyday contexts, 'hundred' is appropriate for both spoken and written language. Avoid using it in overly formal writing unless specifying counts (e.g., financial reports).

What CEFR level is Hundred?

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