English Reference
numeral · noun

ten

num. · n.
US /ˈtɛn/ UK /tˈɛn/ ten

  1. 01 A1 Beginner

    num.the number that comes after nine and before eleven.

    num.the cardinal number between nine and eleven, represented by the Arabic numeral 10.

    Simple

    There are ten students in the small language class.

    In context

    The decimal system is based on the number ten, which serves as the foundation for most modern mathematical calculations and measurements.

  2. 02 B1 Intermediate

    n.a banknote or a playing card with the value of ten.

    n.a denomination of currency or a playing card with a face value of ten units.

    Simple

    He paid for the coffee with a ten and waited for his change.

    In context

    She was dealt a ten of hearts, which completed her straight and secured her victory in the final round of the game.

  3. 03 C1 Advanced InformalSlangAmerican English

    n.a person who is extremely attractive or perfect in some way.

    n.a person perceived as being of the highest possible quality, specifically regarding physical attractiveness on a scale of one to ten.

    Simple

    Everyone at the party agreed that the new lead singer was a total ten.

    In context

    While the rating system is highly subjective, in the world of fashion modeling, she is considered a solid ten by almost every agency.

  4. 04 C2 Proficiency Technical Sport

    n.a short period of rowing as hard as possible for ten strokes.

    n.a burst of ten powerful, high-intensity strokes intended to increase the boat's speed during a race.

    Simple

    The coxswain called for a ten to pull ahead of the other boat.

    In context

    Exhausted but determined, the crew responded to the call for a power ten, digging their oars deep into the water for the final sprint.

    power ten

Usage ten years

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Level A1 · Beginner
Frequency Very common
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