ten
- 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.”
- 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.”
- 03 C1 Advanced
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.”
- 04 C2 Proficiency
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.”
Synonymspower ten
Usage ten years