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Meaning of Millennium

A period of one thousand years.

In simple words: A period of a thousand years.

Millennium in a sentence

  • The new millennium brought many technological advancements.
  • People celebrated the millennium with grand parties all over the world.
  • The last millennium ended in the year 2000.
  • Some believe the next millennium will see further changes in climate.
  • Historians study events that shaped the last millennium.

How to use Millennium

Used in historical or futuristic contexts. More common in formal writing than casual speech.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think 'millen-' like 'million' but for a thousand years.

Related words

Collocations with Millennium

  • millennium celebration
  • turn of the millennium
  • millennium bug

Synonyms for Millennium

Opposites of Millennium

Common mistakes with Millennium

  • Confused with 'century' (100 years).
  • Incorrect spelling (often misspelled as 'millenium').
  • Using it in contexts that don't represent a thousand years.

Compare Millennium with Era, Age

Millennium appears in

S1 E11398

S1 E1

S1 E11821

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Frequently asked questions about Millennium

What does Millennium mean?

A period of a thousand years.

What is the definition of Millennium?

A period of one thousand years.

How do you use Millennium in a sentence?

The new millennium brought many technological advancements.

Can you give another example of Millennium?

People celebrated the millennium with grand parties all over the world.

What are synonyms for Millennium?

Common alternatives include thousand years, era, age.

What is the opposite of Millennium?

Opposite meanings include moment, instant, second.

What words go with Millennium?

It commonly pairs with millennium celebration, turn of the millennium, millennium bug.

What are common mistakes when using Millennium?

Confused with 'century' (100 years). Incorrect spelling (often misspelled as 'millenium'). Using it in contexts that don't represent a thousand years.

How do you pronounce Millennium?

US: //mɪˈlɛn.i.əm//, UK: //mɪˈlɛn.i.əm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Millennium?

Used in historical or futuristic contexts. More common in formal writing than casual speech.