hundred
就是十乘以十的那个数字。
Hundred acts as a cardinal number for 100, but changes to 'hundreds' when describing an unspecified large quantity.
30秒词汇
- 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.
例句
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.
词族
记忆技巧
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.
使用说明
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.
常见错误
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).
记忆技巧
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.
词源
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.
文化背景
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.
例句
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.
academic词族
常见搭配
常用短语
a hundred percent
hundreds of
容易混淆的词
A century refers specifically to a period of 100 years. 'Hundred' is a general number that can apply to any noun.
语法模式
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.
自我测试
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.
得分： /3
常见问题
4 个问题You 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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