Basic Details
Word: Six
Part of Speech: Numeral
Meaning: The number that comes after five and before seven; it represents a quantity of items or people.
Synonyms: Half-dozen
Antonyms: Five
Idioms and Phrases
- Six of one, half a dozen of the other: This means that there are two options or choices that are essentially the same. Example: "It doesn't matter if we go to the park or the beach; it's six of one, half a dozen of the other."
- Take six: To take a break or have a short rest. Example: "After running around for an hour, let's take six and have some juice."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I have six apples in my bag, enough for everyone to have one.
Example 2: The book has six chapters, and each one is really exciting.
Example 3: During the game, we needed six players to start, and luckily we found enough friends to join us.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the number six is considered lucky in many cultures? In Chinese culture, the number six sounds like the word for smooth' which is why it is often associated with good fortune and success.
Famous Quote
"There are only six truths: the first is that people always find a way." - Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "six" refer to?
a) The number before five
b) The number after five
c) The number before seven
d) Both b and c
Answer: d) Both b and c
2. Which of these is a synonym of "six"?
a) Dozen
b) Half-dozen
c) Ten
d) Four
Answer: b) Half-dozen
3. Which sentence uses "six" correctly?
a) He saw six birds in the sky.
b) She runs six miles quickly.
c) Six is the best colour for a car.
d) Both a and b
Answer: d) Both a and b
4. Which idiom means that two options are the same?
a) Take six
b) Six of one, half a dozen of the other
c) Six feet under
d) Dressed to the nines
Answer: b) Six of one, half a dozen of the other
5. What is the opposite of "six"?
a) Seven
b) Five
c) Four
d) Eight
Answer: b) Five
