A1 high_frequency_chunk

Six

🇬🇧 UK /["/sɪks/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/sɪks/"]/

Meaning of Six

The number equal to 5 plus 1.

In simple words: The number that comes after five.

Six in a sentence

• I have six apples in my bag.
• She is six years old.
• The team scored six points in the game.
• There are six eggs in the carton.
• We will meet at six o'clock.

How to use Six

Used in counting, age, time, and quantities. It’s appropriate in most contexts, but less common in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

number + standalone

Memory hint

Think of a 'six-pack' of soda to remember 'six'.

Related words

Collocations with Six

• six feet
• six hours
• six days
• six people

Synonyms for Six

• half a dozen
• 6

Opposites of Six

• zero
• none
• no

Common mistakes with Six

• Confused with 'sex' in pronunciation.
• Omitting the 'sixth' when discussing ranks.

Frequently asked questions about Six

What does Six mean?

The number that comes after five.

What is the definition of Six?

The number equal to 5 plus 1.

How do you use Six in a sentence?

I have six apples in my bag.

Can you give another example of Six?

She is six years old.

What are synonyms for Six?

Common alternatives include half a dozen, 6.

What is the opposite of Six?

Opposite meanings include zero, none, no.

What words go with Six?

It commonly pairs with six feet, six hours, six days, six people.

What are common mistakes when using Six?

Confused with 'sex' in pronunciation. Omitting the 'sixth' when discussing ranks.

How do you pronounce Six?

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

When should I use Six?

Used in counting, age, time, and quantities. It’s appropriate in most contexts, but less common in formal writing.

What CEFR level is Six?

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