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Thousand

ˈθaʊz(ə)nd
Common
~ 4000
~ 4000
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Thousand -

The number 1,000, a cardinal number representing one thousand units.

Example: There are one thousand students in the school.
Usage: formalContext: academic or statistical contexts
Note: Used in formal writing and when discussing large quantities or numerical values.

A very large but unspecified number or quantity.

Example: I have told you a thousand times to clean your room.
Usage: informalContext: everyday conversations
Note: Used figuratively to emphasize repetition or exaggerate the frequency of an action.

A group or unit of one thousand people or things.

Example: The stadium can hold several thousand spectators.
Usage: neutralContext: describing capacity or quantity
Note: Commonly used to indicate a large but specific number of individuals or items.

Thousand's synonyms

thou

Thou is an informal or poetic term for a thousand.
Example: There were a thou sand stars in the sky.
Note: Thou is a less formal or poetic synonym for thousand.

grand

Grand is a slang term for a thousand, often used in informal contexts.
Example: The car cost a grand dollars.
Note: Grand is a slang term and less formal synonym for thousand.

k

K is an abbreviation for thousand, commonly used in informal writing.
Example: He earned 5k for the project.
Note: K is an abbreviation and informal synonym for thousand.

G

G is a symbol for billion but is sometimes used informally to represent a thousand.
Example: The company made 2G in revenue.
Note: G is a symbol for billion but informally used to represent a thousand.

Thousand expressions, common phrases

A dime a dozen

This idiom means that something is very common and easy to find, often implying low value or quality.
Example: Those cheap souvenirs are a dime a dozen in this touristy area.
Note: The phrase 'a dime a dozen' emphasizes abundance and commonality rather than a specific quantity like 'thousand.'

Not in a thousand years

This phrase expresses disbelief or the impossibility of something happening within an extended period.
Example: I would never have expected to see you here, not in a thousand years!
Note: It signifies an indefinite, long period of time, contrasting with the specific quantity 'thousand.'

A picture is worth a thousand words

This famous saying suggests that a visual image can convey a complex idea more effectively than a large amount of text.
Example: Instead of explaining it, I'll just show you the diagram. A picture is worth a thousand words.
Note: It highlights the power of visual representation compared to the verbal expression of 'thousand.'

One in a thousand

This phrase means someone or something is exceptional or unique among many others.
Example: She has a rare talent, truly one in a thousand.
Note: It focuses on singularity or rarity within a large group, contrasting with the quantity 'thousand.'

The thousand-yard stare

This term describes a vacant, unfocused gaze often seen in individuals who have experienced intense trauma or stress.
Example: After the traumatic event, he had the thousand-yard stare, lost in his thoughts.
Note: It refers to a specific distant, vacant look rather than a numerical value like 'thousand.'

Thousand everyday (slang) expressions

Stack

'Stack' is slang for a thousand dollars. It can also refer to a large amount of money in general.
Example: I need to save up a stack for our vacation.
Note: In slang, 'stack' usually implies a significant amount of money, equivalent to or more than a thousand dollars.

Big one

'Big one' is a colloquial way of saying a thousand dollars in spoken language.
Example: I just landed a big one on that deal - $1,000!
Note: 'Big one' adds a sense of emphasis and excitement to the amount, making it more informal than simply saying 'thousand dollars.'

Grand a pop

'Grand a pop' means a thousand dollars each or per item.
Example: Tickets for the event are going for a grand a pop.
Note: This slang phrase adds a touch of colloquialism and informality to the price of a thousand dollars per item.

Large

'Large' is slang for a thousand euros/pounds/dollars in informal spoken language.
Example: He pays rent every month, but it's no small change - it's a large.
Note: 'Large' shows a relaxed and informal way of talking about a significant amount of money.

Thousand - Examples

There were a thousand people at the concert.
I have to write a thousand words for my essay.
She has traveled to Europe a thousand times.

Thousand grammar

Thousand - Numeral (Numeral) / Cardinal number (Cardinal number)
Lemma: thousand
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): thousands, thousand
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): thousand
Syllables, Separation and Stress
thousand Contains 2 syllables: thou • sand
Phonetic transcription: ˈthau̇-zᵊn(d)
thou sand , ˈthau̇ zᵊn(d) (The red syllable is stressed)

Thousand - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
thousand: ~ 4000 (Common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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