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Four

fɔr
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

dört, dördüncü, dört tane, dört kişilik, dört gözle beklemek

Four meanings in Turkish

dört

Example:
I have four apples.
Dört elmam var.
The car has four wheels.
Arabanın dört tekerleği var.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in counting, mathematics, and everyday situations.
Note: This is the most common meaning, referring to the number 4.

dördüncü

Example:
He finished in fourth place.
Dördüncü sırada bitirdi.
This is my fourth book.
Bu benim dördüncü kitabım.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in rankings, positions, and sequences.
Note: This refers to the ordinal form of the number, indicating position.

dört tane

Example:
I need four of those.
Bunlardan dört tane lazım.
Can you bring four chairs?
Dört sandalye getirebilir misin?
Usage: informalContext: Used when specifying quantity in a casual manner.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the quantity and can be used in various contexts.

dört kişilik

Example:
We need a table for four.
Dört kişilik bir masaya ihtiyacımız var.
This room is for four people.
Bu oda dört kişilik.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when referring to capacity or suitability for a group.
Note: Commonly used in dining and accommodation contexts.

dört gözle beklemek

Example:
I am waiting for you with four eyes.
Seni dört gözle bekliyorum.
I am looking forward to the concert with four eyes.
Konseri dört gözle bekliyorum.
Usage: informalContext: Used in a figurative sense to express eagerness.
Note: This phrase indicates great anticipation or excitement.

Four's synonyms

four

The cardinal number 4.
Example: There are four seasons in a year.
Note:

quartet

A group of four people or things.
Example: The quartet performed a beautiful piece of music.
Note: Quartet specifically refers to a group of four individuals or objects, often used in music or performance contexts.

tetrad

A group or set of four.
Example: The tetrad of friends went on a road trip together.
Note: Tetrad is a more formal or technical term to describe a group of four, often used in scientific or academic contexts.

quadruplet

One of four children born at the same time to the same mother.
Example: The quadruplets were born healthy and happy.
Note: Quadruplet specifically refers to one of four siblings born at the same time, usually used in the context of multiple births.

Four expressions, common phrases

Four-letter word

A term used to refer to a swear word or a simple, offensive word.
Example: He used a lot of four-letter words when he was angry.
Note: Refers to short, offensive words, not necessarily related to the number 4.

Four corners of the earth

To indicate all parts or directions of the world.
Example: They searched the four corners of the earth for the missing artifact.
Note: Refers to all directions, not specifically the number 4.

Four-eyes

A slang term for a person who wears glasses.
Example: He teased his friend by calling him 'four-eyes' because he wore glasses.
Note: Refers to a person wearing glasses, not directly related to the number 4.

Four on the floor

Refers to all four limbs (arms and legs) on the ground while dancing or exercising.
Example: The music was so lively that everyone was dancing with four on the floor.
Note: Refers to the position of limbs while dancing, not related to the number 4 itself.

Four score and seven years ago

An old-fashioned way of saying '87 years ago'.
Example: Four score and seven years ago, our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation.
Note: Uses 'score' to mean 20, not directly related to the number 4.

Four-letter man

Refers to a person who speaks bluntly or uses short, direct language.
Example: He's known as the four-letter man because of his short, direct way of speaking.
Note: Describes a person's communication style, not tied to the number 4.

Four walls

Refers to the boundaries or limits of one's home or personal space.
Example: After a long day, she just wanted to be within the comfort of her four walls.
Note: Describes physical boundaries, not directly related to the number 4.

Four everyday (slang) expressions

Foursome

A group of four people or things.
Example: We're going to play golf with a foursome this afternoon.
Note: Refers specifically to a group of four, usually people engaging in an activity together.

Forty winks

A short nap or brief sleep.
Example: I need to take forty winks after that long drive.
Note: A colloquial way of saying 'nap' or 'rest', often used humorously.

Quarter past four

Refers to the time on the clock at 4:15.
Example: The meeting starts at a quarter past four, so don't be late!
Note: Precision in timekeeping, specifying 15 minutes past the hour.

Four-leaf clover

A clover plant with four leaves, considered lucky.
Example: She found a rare four-leaf clover in the garden.
Note: Refers to a specific type of clover that is believed to bring good luck.

Four eyes are better than two

Indicates that it's helpful to have two people check or examine something for accuracy.
Example: Let's proofread this document together. Four eyes are better than two!
Note: Emphasizes the benefit of having more than one person involved in a task for accuracy or quality control.

Score (four-score)

To achieve or win something, especially in a game or competition.
Example: He scored four goals in the match.
Note: While 'four-score' may sound similar to 'four', it actually refers to achieving a high number or performing well in a specific context.

Four - Examples

Four is the number after three.
Dört, üçten sonraki sayıdır.
I need to multiply this number by four.
Bu sayıyı dört ile çarpmam gerekiyor.
The fourth book in the series is my favorite.
Serideki dördüncü kitap en sevdiğim.

Four grammar

Four - Numeral (Numeral) / Cardinal number (Cardinal number)
Lemma: four
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
four Contains 1 syllables: four
Phonetic transcription: ˈfȯr
four , ˈfȯr (The red syllable is stressed)

Four - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
four: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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