hundred
यह दस को दस से गुणा करने पर आने वाली संख्या है।
Hundred acts as a cardinal number for 100, but changes to 'hundreds' when describing an unspecified large quantity.
30 सेकंड में शब्द
- Represents the number 100.
- Used as a quantifier for large amounts.
- Becomes 'hundreds' when the amount is indefinite.
Summary
Hundred acts as a cardinal number for 100, but changes to 'hundreds' when describing an unspecified large quantity.
- Represents the number 100.
- Used as a quantifier for large amounts.
- Becomes 'hundreds' when the amount is indefinite.
Use hyphens for compound adjectives
When 'hundred' is used before a noun to describe it, use a hyphen. For example, a 'hundred-dollar bill' is correct.
Avoid adding 's' after numbers
Never add an 's' to 'hundred' if there is a number before it. 'Three hundreds' is grammatically incorrect.
Hundred as an idiom
English speakers often use 'a hundred percent' to mean 'completely' or 'totally'. It emphasizes certainty or agreement.
उदाहरण
4 / 4I have one hundred pages left to read.
The donation amounted to five hundred dollars.
I've told you a hundred times to be quiet!
The study included one hundred participants.
शब्द परिवार
याद रखने का तरीका
Think of the word 'hundred' as a 'hound' that has 100 spots. It stays singular when it has a master (a number) but becomes plural when it runs with a pack.
Overview
The word 'hundred' represents the integer 100. It serves as a cardinal number and is a fundamental building block in the English counting system. It is neither pluralized when preceded by a number nor followed by 's' in specific numerical contexts. 2) Usage Patterns: When used with a specific number, such as 'five hundred', the word remains singular. However, when used to describe an indefinite, large amount, it takes the plural form 'hundreds', as in 'hundreds of people'. It is often followed by 'and' in British English (one hundred and one) or omitted in American English (one hundred one). 3) Common Contexts: It is frequently used in measurements, financial transactions, and historical dates. It is also common in idiomatic expressions where it signifies a high degree or a vast quantity, such as 'I've told you a hundred times'. 4) Similar Words Comparison: Compared to 'thousand' or 'million', 'hundred' is the smallest of the large round numbers. While 'century' refers to a period of one hundred years, 'hundred' is strictly a numerical value used to quantify items or concepts.
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
The word 'hundred' is neutral and used across all registers. In formal writing, it is often spelled out, while in technical or financial documents, the numeral '100' is preferred. Always ensure you do not add an 's' when a specific number precedes it.
सामान्य गलतियाँ
The most frequent error is saying 'two hundreds' instead of 'two hundred'. Another error is omitting the article 'a' or 'one' when stating the number in isolation. Finally, learners often confuse 'hundreds' (indefinite) with 'hundred' (specific).
याद रखने का तरीका
Think of the word 'hundred' as a 'hound' that has 100 spots. It stays singular when it has a master (a number) but becomes plural when it runs with a pack.
शब्द की उत्पत्ति
The word comes from Old English 'hundred', which originally referred to a group of one hundred men. It shares roots with Germanic languages that used the term to denote a specific military or administrative unit.
सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
In many cultures, reaching the age of one hundred is considered a significant milestone. The number is also used metaphorically to represent a high level of effort, as in 'giving 100%' effort.
उदाहरण
I have one hundred pages left to read.
everydayThe donation amounted to five hundred dollars.
formalI've told you a hundred times to be quiet!
informalThe study included one hundred participants.
academicशब्द परिवार
सामान्य शब्द संयोजन
सामान्य वाक्यांश
a hundred percent
hundreds of
अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है
A century refers specifically to a period of 100 years. 'Hundred' is a general number that can apply to any noun.
व्याकरण पैटर्न
Use hyphens for compound adjectives
When 'hundred' is used before a noun to describe it, use a hyphen. For example, a 'hundred-dollar bill' is correct.
Avoid adding 's' after numbers
Never add an 's' to 'hundred' if there is a number before it. 'Three hundreds' is grammatically incorrect.
Hundred as an idiom
English speakers often use 'a hundred percent' to mean 'completely' or 'totally'. It emphasizes certainty or agreement.
खुद को परखो
Choose the correct form of the word.
There were ___ of people waiting in line.
When the quantity is indefinite, we use the plural 'hundreds'.
Select the correct numerical phrase.
Which sentence is correct?
The word 'hundred' remains singular when preceded by a number.
Order the words to make a sentence.
a / hundred / spent / I / dollars
Standard English word order places the subject before the verb and the object.
स्कोर: /3
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
4 सवालYou should always say 'two hundred'. When a specific number precedes it, 'hundred' remains in its singular form.
You use 'hundreds' when the number is not specific, such as in 'hundreds of birds'. It implies a large, uncountable group.
Both are correct. 'One hundred and one' is more common in British English, while 'one hundred one' is standard in American English.
Yes, it can function as part of a compound adjective, such as a 'hundred-page book'. In this case, it is hyphenated and singular.
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general के और शब्द
about
A1'about' का मतलब होता है 'किसी चीज़ के बारे में' या 'लगभग' किसी मात्रा के लिए।
above
A2किसी चीज़ से ऊँचे स्थान पर होना, ठीक ऊपर।
accident
A2एक दुर्भाग्यपूर्ण घटना जिससे नुकसान या चोट लग सकती है।
action
A2किसी लक्ष्य को प्राप्त करने के लिए कुछ करने की क्रिया।
after
A2'after' का मतलब होता है 'किसी चीज़ के बाद', समय या स्थान में।
afterward
A2At a later or subsequent time.
again
A2'again' का मतलब है 'फिर से', यानी कोई चीज़ दोबारा होना।
aged
B1किसी व्यक्ति या चीज़ की उम्र बताने के लिए इस्तेमाल होता है।
alive
A2जो जीवित है, मृत नहीं है।
all
A2'all' का मतलब है 'सब' या 'पूरा', किसी चीज़ की पूरी मात्रा या हर एक हिस्सा।
