English

sixteen

ˌsɪksˈtin, ˈsɪks.tiːn, ˌsɪksˈtiːn
Meaning: 16
Part of Speech: Number Alternative Readings: ˈsɪks.tiːn, ˌsɪksˈtiːn

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Example sentences

He just turned sixteen years old.
He just turned sixteen years old.
Ages of the participants range from ten to sixteen.
Ages of the participants range from ten to sixteen.
In many countries, children must attend school compulsorily until the age of sixteen.
In many countries, children must attend school compulsorily until the age of sixteen.
Passengers are requested to board the aircraft through gate 16.
Passengers are requested to board the aircraft through gate 16.

Usage Notes

The cardinal number between fifteen and seventeen.

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