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Meaning of Years

In simple words: How many times the Earth goes around the sun.

Years in a sentence

  • She lived in that house for five __.
  • He has worked here for many __.
  • The project lasted over three __.

How to use Years

Used to indicate age, time periods, or durations. A more formal context may require specifying a unit, e.g., 'years of experience'.

Grammar pattern

years + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'years' as a calendar flipping, marking each trip around the sun.

Related words

Collocations with Years

  • birth years
  • academic years
  • fiscal years
  • golden years

Synonyms for Years

  • annual cycle
  • twenty-four months
  • calendar year
  • time span

Opposites of Years

Common mistakes with Years

  • Confused with 'year' vs 'years' (singular/plural misuse).
  • Incorrectly using 'years' in phrases that require a singular form.
  • Omitting the unit when discussing duration (e.g., saying 'in 5' instead of 'in 5 years').

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Frequently asked questions about Years

What does Years mean?

How many times the Earth goes around the sun.

What is the definition of Years?

A unit of time equal to 365 days.

How do you use Years in a sentence?

She lived in that house for five __.

Can you give another example of Years?

He has worked here for many __.

What are synonyms for Years?

Common alternatives include annual cycle, twenty-four months, calendar year, time span.

What is the opposite of Years?

Opposite meanings include months, days.

What words go with Years?

It commonly pairs with birth years, academic years, fiscal years, golden years.

What are common mistakes when using Years?

Confused with 'year' vs 'years' (singular/plural misuse). Incorrectly using 'years' in phrases that require a singular form. Omitting the unit when discussing duration (e.g., saying 'in 5' instead of 'in 5 years').

How do you pronounce Years?

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

When should I use Years?

Used to indicate age, time periods, or durations. A more formal context may require specifying a unit, e.g., 'years of experience'.