Basic Details
Word: Twelve
Part of Speech: Adjective / Noun
Meaning: The number that comes after eleven and before thirteen; it represents a quantity of 12.
Synonyms: Dozen
Antonyms: Eleven, Thirteen
Idioms and Phrases
- Every twelve seconds: This phrase indicates something happens very frequently. Example: "The clock ticks every twelve seconds, reminding us of the time."
- Twelve o'clock high: Refers to something that is at its peak or most important. Example: "The meeting is at twelve o'clock high, so we need to be prepared."
Usage Examples
Example 1: There are twelve months in a year, each bringing its own unique weather and festivities.
Example 2: She baked a dozen cookies, which means she made twelve delicious treats for her friends.
Example 3: The team scored twelve points in the final quarter, helping them win the game.
Fun Fact
The word "twelve" comes from the Old English word "twelf," which means "two left" (two remaining after ten). This hints at the way we count!
Famous Quote
"The clock struck twelve and the ball was over." - Charles Dickens
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "twelve" mean?
a) A number greater than ten
b) A number less than ten
c) A colour
d) A type of fruit
Answer: a) A number greater than ten
2. Which of these is a synonym of "twelve"?
a) Pair
b) Dozen
c) Thirteen
d) Eleven
Answer: b) Dozen
3. Which sentence uses "twelve" correctly?
a) There are twelve apples in the basket.
b) Twelve is the largest number.
c) I saw twelve rainbows in the sky yesterday.
d) She counted twelve fish in her pond.
Answer: a) There are twelve apples in the basket.
4. Which idiom describes something happening frequently?
a) Twelve o'clock high
b) Every twelve seconds
c) As lucky as a four leaf clover
d) A stitch in time saves nine
Answer: b) Every twelve seconds
5. What is the opposite of "twelve"?
a) Ten
b) Eleven
c) Thirteen
d) Both b and c
Answer: d) Both b and c
