Definition

The number that comes after forty-nine and before fifty-one, often used to refer to a group of fifty items or a specific amount of money.

Example

He won fifty dollars in the lottery.

Conversation

Did you know my dad just turned fifty?

No way! That’s a big milestone for him.

Yeah, he’s planning a party and inviting everyone in their fifties.

Sounds like it will be a lot of fun!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fifty → The word 'fifty' originates from Old English 'fiftig', which is derived from 'fif' (meaning five) and the suffix '-tig' (meaning a group of ten). Thus, fifty literally means five groups of ten.

Memory Tip

Think of the number five ('fif') multiplied by ten ('-tig') to remember that fifty is five tens.

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