seconds
word · lemma: second
/ˈsɛkəndz/
SEK-uhndz
/ˈsɛkəndz/
SEK-uhndz
Definition
Plural of 'second': units of time, each equal to one-sixtieth of a minute. 'Seconds' can also mean a second helping of food.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used for time ('in ten seconds'), always as a plural noun. In informal contexts, 'seconds' can mean asking for more food ('get seconds'). Do not confuse with 'the second' (ordinal number) or 'secondhand' (adjective).
Spanish: segundosPortuguese (BR): segundosPortuguese (PT): segundosChinese (Simplified): 秒Chinese (Traditional): 秒Hindi: सेकंडArabic: ثوانٍBengali: সেকেন্ড - আরও পরিমাণ (খাবারের জন্য)Russian: секунды - добавка (еды)Japanese: 秒 - おかわり（食べ物）Vietnamese: giây - phần ăn thêmKorean: 초 - 추가(음식)Turkish: saniye - bir tabak daha (yemek için)Urdu: سیکنڈز - دوبارہ کھانا (کھانے کے لیے)Indonesian: detik - thêm phần (thức ăn)
Example Sentences
Wait a few seconds before opening the door.
basic
There are sixty seconds in a minute.
basic
He finished the race in just twelve seconds.
basic
The lights will turn off automatically a few seconds after you leave the room.
natural
Can I have seconds? This cake is delicious!
natural
She ate her dinner so fast, she asked for seconds before anyone else finished.
natural