years
word · lemma: year
/ˈjɪɹz/, /jɝz/
YEERZ
/jˈiəz/
YEERZ
Definition
A year is a period of 365 days (or 366 days in a leap year) that measures how long it takes for the Earth to orbit the Sun once. It is used to count time in a calendar.
Usage & Nuances
'Years' is the plural form of 'year' and often used when talking about someone's age, durations, or historical periods. It is a neutral and formal term found in all types of conversation and writing. Remember not to confuse 'year' with 'years old' when giving someone's age: 'She is 10 years old.'
Spanish: añosPortuguese (BR): anosPortuguese (PT): anosChinese (Simplified): 年Chinese (Traditional): 年Hindi: सालArabic: سنواتBengali: বছরRussian: годыJapanese: 年Vietnamese: nămKorean: 년Turkish: yılUrdu: سالIndonesian: tahun
Example Sentences
It took me years to finish my degree.
natural
They've been friends for years, since college.
natural
She is 8 years old.
basic
We have lived here for many years.
basic
The building is over 100 years old.
basic
After years of hard work, she finally got the promotion.
natural